2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Camry and 2012 Toyota Prius V were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (200 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Camry | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1561 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
