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Prius Vs Camry

29 messages, Last post on Sep 28, 2008 at 5:15 PM

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What is this discussion about? Toyota Prius, Toyota Camry, Sedan

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#1 of 29 Prius Vs Camry by rksagi Sep 20, 2005 (7:10 pm)
Hi, I want to know which one is better , Prius or Camry? Prius gives better milage but Camry is larger, roomier and more importantly has lots of power compare to Prius. But with lots of hype, craze about Prius, I am not able to decide which one I want to buy. The cost would be same for both of the cars I think. Please suggest. Appreciate your feed back. Replies to this message: stevedebi (Sep 21, 2005 9:04 am) pat (Sep 21, 2005 9:53 am) mi_sat (Sep 25, 2005 12:35 am) kdhspyder (Oct 03, 2005 11:40 am) dumbgirl (Jan 23, 2006 9:01 pm) neil0311 (Apr 08, 2007 12:53 pm) lzc (Apr 08, 2007 2:51 pm) workwork (Feb 02, 2008 2:34 pm) and 3 more... pathstar1 (Apr 09, 2007 8:09 am) neil0311 (Apr 09, 2007 10:55 am) and 1 more... joecarnut (Apr 28, 2007 6:23 pm) and 3 more...
#2 of 29 Re: Prius Vs Camry [rksagi] by stevedebi Sep 21, 2005 (9:04 am)
Replying to: rksagi (Sep 20, 2005 7:10 pm) "I want to know which one is better , Prius or Camry? " Better at what? MPG = Prius advantage, Room, MSRP, and larger family = Camry. If you don't need the extra room, go for the Prius. If you have a family and need more space, buy the Camry. However, I think you may find that the Camry is a lot cheaper, if you get the LE; the Prius tends to be 'harder to find" in the lower trim levels, so you end up at the 26K+ range, whereas the Camry can usually be found at discounted prices. Bang for the buck, short term (purchase only) definitely goes to the Camry. It also depends upon how much you drive; if you don't put a lot of miles on the vehcile, the MPG advantage of the Prius is not as important. Good luck on your purchase! Replies to this message: pat (Sep 21, 2005 9:53 am) mi_sat (Sep 25, 2005 12:35 am) kdhspyder (Oct 03, 2005 11:40 am) dumbgirl (Jan 23, 2006 9:01 pm)
#3 of 29 Re: Prius Vs Camry [stevedebi] by pat HOST Sep 21, 2005 (9:53 am)
Replying to: stevedebi (Sep 21, 2005 9:04 am) Do you still have to order a Prius or they on the lots these days? Just wondering, because that might be something that rksagi might want to consider as well. Replies to this message: mi_sat (Sep 25, 2005 12:35 am) kdhspyder (Oct 03, 2005 11:40 am) dumbgirl (Jan 23, 2006 9:01 pm)
#4 of 29 Re: Prius Vs Camry [pat] by mi_sat Sep 25, 2005 (12:35 am)
Replying to: pat (Sep 21, 2005 9:53 am) Should also consider that, starting in 2006, there's a $3,150 tax credit (dollar for dollar reduction) -- at least for a short period of time. (The tax credit burns off after manufacturer sells a certain number of hybrid vehicles.) That can help defray the premium of the Prius.
#5 of 29 Re: Prius Vs Camry [pat] by kdhspyder Oct 03, 2005 (11:40 am)
Replying to: pat (Sep 21, 2005 9:53 am) At present all the Prius' are 'on order' with the lead time running 6 weeks to 3 months depending on the specific dealership you speak with. As the prior poster mentioned be honest with youself on what is important in your decision. Roomieness - family ( Camry ) .. self ( Prius ) Performance - same speed in 0-60 test ( ~ 12 sec ) Features - Basic 4 wheels ( Camry ) more upscale ( Prius ) Net Purchase Price - Under $20K ( Camry ) $22-27K ( Prius ) Tax advantage - Zero ( Camry ) vs ~$600 this yr or ~$3000 next yr ( Prius ) Coolness factor - Zero ( Camry ) vs all you want ( Prius ) Concern for doing what's right environmentally - all Prius Dependability & Reliability - Take care of whichever you choose and there's no reason you shouldnt drive either one 200K miles or more. Cost of ownership - Maintenance, fuel, resale: TBD but probably favors the Prius over 6-10 yrs if the $3000 Tax Credit cancels most of the original price premium. I've owned 4 Camry's since 1990 - presently a Camry, an MR2 & a Highlander plus a Celica by my daughter and a Supra and Tacoma by my son . I think the Camry is the best car on the road but my next car will likely be a Prius ( or maybe Hybrid Camry next yr ). If the original purchase price is of utmost concern get a 2-3 yr old Certified Used Vehicle. With a 15 yr life expectancy or more you will be looking for a new vehicle well before your present one tires of you and you will normally save a bunch of money. FWIW kdhspyder
#6 of 29 Re: Prius Vs Camry [pat] by dumbgirl Jan 23, 2006 (9:01 pm)
Replying to: pat (Sep 21, 2005 9:53 am) what's the deal with this ordering stuff? Is there really that high of a demand on the Prius? I certainly don't see that many out on the roads in Ohio. Why can't they be stocked at a dealer like any other car?
#7 of 29 . by jrock65 Jan 24, 2006 (9:07 am)
HID on Prius No HID on Camry hybrid
#8 of 29 Prius Roominess by mk004 Feb 03, 2006 (5:51 pm)
For two people the Prius is actually roomier in the back, especially in legroom, than even the 07 Camry. Front seat headroom is greater in the Prius. Add to that the fact that the Prius is a hatchback, and you have much more versatility. Replies to this message: beantown (Jul 10, 2006 11:39 am)
#9 of 29 Camry Hybrid:Help! Toyota: Are you kidding...No Tach??? by bing8 Jul 03, 2006 (2:07 am)
I have a Camry Hybrid on order and was stunned to recently learn that no Tachometer is available. I assumed it would be standard. My guess is that the rpms are very high at 70mph (freeway speeds)or they would have included a tach. Makes me wonder if they are trying to hide something...like very high rpms at highway speeds thus using more fuel than necessary. The EPA mpg is 38 highway and 40 city according to the road test article. As I understand it, the Ford Escape Hybrid (Toyota technology and Ford gas engine)has tach and rpms are very high at highway speeds. My guess is that the SVT just will not work in reducing rpms at highway speeds like the 6spd auto. (now in the new Camry V6) Why Toyota did not place the 6 speed auto transmission in the Camry Hybrid or the standard 4 cyl Camry is puzzling. Thanks Bing Replies to this message: parnola (Jul 03, 2006 4:40 am) bing8 (Apr 07, 2007 11:15 am) lzc (Apr 07, 2007 12:13 pm)
#10 of 29 Re: Camry Hybrid:Help! Toyota: Are you kidding...No Tach??? [bing8] by parnola Jul 03, 2006 (4:40 am)
Replying to: bing8 (Jul 03, 2006 2:07 am) Toyota uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) in the Camry Hybrid (and Prius) to maximize fuel efficiency. Honda took the same approach with their Civic Hybrid. Since the transmission is CVT, there is little need for a tachometer, as you'd see it climb to a specific RPM and stay there (until the max gear ratio is reach, at which time it would climb) Replies to this message: bing8 (Apr 07, 2007 11:15 am) lzc (Apr 07, 2007 12:13 pm)

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