What do you guys think of this mechanical comparison video? What other comparison videos would you like to see?

@JoeUrbanYYC

4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy the same model, different generation comparison. Would love to see a g35/g37 comparo (and even vs whatever replaced the g37)

@nothingforchannelnamenumbers

4 жыл бұрын

loved your videos your channel it's my new favorite car channel

@PH-fm5tb

4 жыл бұрын

Loving the new comparison/review videos! P.S- Got a lot of info from your posts on Clublexus form. Thanks for that :)

@abdulazeez.98

4 жыл бұрын

These reviews are really unique. Regular reviewers rarely mention mechanical aspects.

@Ashoud_Anobetah

4 жыл бұрын

Love it man keep up the great content

I like the fact that you took the extra time to show where they actually cut cost too..I'm learning so much in your videos!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I felt that was essential for this comparison

@jalamphillips

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 You really know your Camry. I would love to pick your brain.Your Toyota to Lexus front brake conversion is of great interest to me. I own an 05 LE 2.4 and I want to swap the rear drums to disc from the XLE or SE. I think it's a pretty simple task of swapping in the brake shield/bracket, e-brake hardware, calipers, etc. From what I've researched so far, the rear hub and bearing assembly are the same part across all models (Solara, Avalon, ES330, Camry). In your opinion, do you think my swap is possible?

@BlueMastic

4 жыл бұрын

​@@speedkar99 it really is essential to show not just what has been upgraded but also what has been downgraded to get a real comparison. Thank you.

@luckyguy600

9 ай бұрын

Thin tin. I didn't think they could roll it that thin but in WWII aircraft they had skin that thin. B-24 Liberators were like metalized paper stung over stringers and longerons. I imagine the parts will cost 5 times as much. No win for us. Toyota keeps more profit.

Best review ever! I’m tired of “cup holder reviews“

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@JoeUrbanYYC

4 жыл бұрын

And even if another review mentioned "Macpherson struts in front" that doesn't really tell you much, vs Speedkar's explanation of the specific *implementation* of the suspension.

@VkRmotorsport

4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately nowadays only matters Apple car play/android auto and Usb ports

@mohnnadmercedes8246

4 жыл бұрын

1234 no they cares about screens yes screeeeeennsss touch buttons leather OMG it has panoramic roof and 5 usb connectors and wireless charging > you have to buy it

@guilateen

4 жыл бұрын

Facts

WOW! NOW THAT'S A REVIEW! Forget these "Well this Toyota doesn't have Android auto so it sucks" review. This is a quality review, THANK YOU SO MUCH

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah we don't need more of those reviews out there...

You are the first person I found that has done a thorough review of the Camry's internal components. Great information

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I wish to be the first for all

@beedslolkuntus2070

4 жыл бұрын

speedkar99 You could :D, and still even if you’d be not first still they cannot make such good quality videos like you do.... :)

@luckyguy600

9 ай бұрын

A more expensive 'cheap vehicle' is not any better than my new Corolla Cross Le Cheap interiors. Belong on city buses, not your personal vehicle.

Scotty Killmer HEAVY BREATHING

@beedslolkuntus2070

4 жыл бұрын

😂

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Haha I think his next video might be on a Camry just for this 🤑

@BlueNinjakoopa553

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 Scotty has actually warned consumers in several videos not to buy the new Camrys, since 2007 or so Toyota's quality has been going down. He's made videos on the older Camrys that burned oil and the new ones with the raunchy 8-speed transmission. I think you did him a favor with this video, although Scotty prefers the inline 4 to the V6 for the 04 Camry.

@johnthompson941

4 жыл бұрын

@@BlueNinjakoopa553 Yet he has the same v6 in the Lexus in his driveway!

@bobdude9238

4 жыл бұрын

Scotty did a video last week saying the best used car ever to buy is the 2012 Camry.

I love boring, when I was broke I had to hop in my 1999 Camry with 236,000 miles and drive across the country, didn't miss a beat.. If that's boring, sign me up.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I miss my 99 Solara. My 04 is holding up just fine though.

@harrybuhse8622

3 жыл бұрын

Apparently to some people you need to lease a car that has so many mechanical oversights it's spends 80 days a year in a shop to not be boring. Yeah no thanks. I'll take a car that I can rely on

It's far better than most reviews. I'm a mechanical engineer. The Camry is a great machine. The 1992 to 1996 in particular is considered a benchmark of physics. Period. Most journalists are too dense to have any clue how a car works under the hood. It drives me nuts. You're clearly smarter than the average car and driver writer

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I'm a mechanical engineer too. I understand your point exactly, we don't look at cars the way normal people do!

@alexlarson2466

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 wow so the new Camrys sheet panels are that much thinner than a gen 5? Older Camrys are such tanks. I heard the gen 5 is alittle thinner than the gen 3 I mentioned. But I'm not really sure on that. But my 1992 is ridiculously thick with the sheet metal. Hail stones don't really hurt it. I'm 6ft and 200 lbs and can stand on it without dents. It's similar to when I borrowed my friends Mercedes 300D. Do you know if the gen 5 is thinner in sheet metal vs Gen 3? If so the new ones must be way thinner than my old 1992. My 2017 Impreza is super thin metal.

THIS is the kind of review I'm looking for. Thanks!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome

I’ve learned more about engines in the last couple of hours watching these videos than in 30 years of just doing basic maintenance and learning by trial and error. Thank you!

why is nobody talking about the broken toothbrush being used as a pointer lmao

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Because I'm to the point like that 😉

@rodrigodelafuente4080

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 did your brother ever forgive you for stealing his toothbrush?

@carlosmejia5728

4 жыл бұрын

Understand. . it's a low budget video 🤭

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Lol. Low budget indeed

@dorkultra

4 жыл бұрын

I look forward to seeing that toothbrush

Wow NO car reviewer does what he does and review the ENTIRE car 👏🏾

You are actually a true consumer hero for doing these reviews. Thank you. We as a whole society benefit from these types of accountability and information accessibility. Thanks for spending so much time and effort in making these videos! They are also entertaining! Great stuff man.

We need reviews like this. Auto manufacturers need to be held accountable instead of taking advantage of the public! Thank you!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! I hope to do more after this pandemic is over

puts real meaning to 'they don't make'em like they used to'

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. You see the ending when my brother was making music? Haha

@mrjjthor

4 жыл бұрын

Very true. I love older toyotas but when driving the new ones they feel extremely cheap. I test drove both a new corolla and civic and liked the civic a lot more. Felt less cheap than the Corolla.

@cliffords2315

4 жыл бұрын

@@mrjjthor Wrong its the other way around.. But then again you are talking about Corollas LOL

@mrjjthor

4 жыл бұрын

@@cliffords2315 so you're saying older Toyotas had cheaper materials than newer ones? And if comparing new hondas vs new Toyotas similar trim levels then the Toyotas I've sat in doesn't quite match up to the hondas imo.

@connordurham8216

4 жыл бұрын

mrjjthor Thor Toyota’s build quality is better than Honda’s and when you get up to higher trim levels there is features that you simply can’t get on a accord and Honda got rid of the V6 toyota didn’t Honda is just turbocharging everything and the 2020 corolla beats 2020 civic

You were the 1st one I heard say there was room underneath for a driveshaft and space at the back for a differential if they moved the exhaust. Low and behold they just announced the Camry will get AWD in the US in the 2020 model year. Awesome work.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, just as I said it...the very next week they announce AWD! It sucks that it'll only be offered on 4 cylinder Camrys and Avalons. A V6 AWD sedan would be the ultimate TRD package.

@regular2435

2 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 Why not get a Lexus?

Great video! I need a old tooth brush in my tool box now!

Just picked up a 05’ Camry LE V6 to replace my 95’ Lexus ES300, and couldn’t be any happier with the choice.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the next decade lol

THE BEST CAR REVIEWER ON KZread!!!! I was hoping new Camry will be next. This is the real review for car enthusiast! Hope you will review Mazda 6 in the future... Great work!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the new title, although this only my 3rd car review 🤣

@ericy8024

4 жыл бұрын

^^ This! I also hope you can review the Mazda 6 Turbo in the future

@jamesmatthews304

3 жыл бұрын

Have had several Camrys and a couple of Corollas since 1982 and loved them all. Would have a Camry now if they were not so low to the ground. I fear falling into a pot hole and ripping out the undercarriage

Amazing review! I am a HUGE fan of you comparing the new to the old. Really puts a lot of the changes in perspective.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks! Glad you like this comparison

That cut cost comparison is fantastic. You should just do a stand-alone video series where you compare last-gen to current-gen vehicles focusing on where they cut cost. I was always curious on that because there's no way they can add a bunch of new features without cutting cost somewhere else. It's not like the price of material(metal, plastic, etc..) suddenly came down in cost.

My 4Runner didn't come with a mandatory dent, so I went off road and earned it. LOL.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Haha The going meme is all Camrys have a dent on the rear bumper

@seanv1556

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 lol my 2001 doesn't)

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Don't speak too soon 😢

@thecandyman9308

3 ай бұрын

*4Runner @240K miles has all blown out windows, busted front bumper, both rear wheels blown out leaving streams of sparks behind* *4Runner smiles* "What continent do you want to drive to next? 😊"

Loved when you noted the difference in body thickness. My 98 Saturn was mostly plastic 😬

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Dent resistant

@jaytea4093

4 жыл бұрын

I had a 99 saturn sl1. Can confirm.

@Super6-Four

3 жыл бұрын

The saturn was a odd ball gm product. Too bad they didnt market it very well. It also used the horrific dexcool coolant that tended to sludge up. Horrible bucket deiver seat, weak transmission etc

@selwyn13

3 жыл бұрын

@@Super6-Four But overall weren't Saturn's pretty good cars compared to a lot of other what-was-American cars

@luckyguy600

9 ай бұрын

Better plastic. Biodegradable engine components baked in a hot engine. Just super goodness there. Last just till the 3 year warranty is up and crumbes into black dust. Potentially that is. I just see in the Toyota lineup of vehicles. Cheap. I just bought a Corolla Cross. Cheap and utilitarian. Better interior plastic than on the city bus. lol

I love my 2003 V6 Camry which has 120,000 miles on it. I'm up in Canada and I just saved a fortune at Rock Auto in the US when I purchased 4 KYB struts, 4 SKP stabilizer links, MOOG front and rear stabilizer bar bushings, and 4 ACDelco rotors and pads. Rides like a dream!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. I'm in Toronto as well. I used to cross border shop back when the dollar was near par. Now, it's not worth it....I'll just get Rockauto to ship to me.

Really appreciate all of the time you spend putting out these type of videos.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It sure does take alot to film this

I had a 2001 Camry LE for 17 wonderful years!! My engine started going out, unfortunately. So I bought a 2019 Camry LE....hoping it will last as long as my other one. My 2001 was so much more comfortable than my new one. I sure miss my old baby Camry!!!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Which engine did your old Camry have?

@patriciaschexnaildre336

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 It was a 4 cylinder....not sure what else you need.

@JamesKarne

4 жыл бұрын

How come you got the engine to start going out? How many miles you have? My owner white Camry 1999 is 253k mile right now. Always change oil each 4k miles and change transmission fluid about 30k miles. That's all no problem at all!

@patriciaschexnaildre336

4 жыл бұрын

@@JamesKarne I had 189k miles on it. I dont know why it went bad. I changed my oil every 3000 miles and took great care of it. But the engine was making a loud noise whenever I started it and that lasted for a long time before I was told by my long time reputable mechanic that the engine was going out. So before taking a chance of breaking down...I bought a new 2019 Camry. I really live the new one too but miss my old one.

@JamesKarne

4 жыл бұрын

Patricia Schexnaildre is your car made from US Model? My white car came from Japan model. My automatic transmission is very smooth and soft because I always change transmission fluid by myself to do.

The older v6 camry is such a satisfying vehicle to drive while remaining comfy. It drives smooth as butter. I daily one with the same engine (1MZ-FE).

@FlexSZN23

3 жыл бұрын

The XV30 Camrys have a 3MZ-FE engine (3.3L V6)

@hedgehogthesonic3181

3 жыл бұрын

What is the average MPG?

@TheyWhomTheGodsDetest

3 жыл бұрын

@@hedgehogthesonic3181 24mpg. In the past when I was doing a lot of city/town driving I've seen it as low as 14mpg.

@hedgehogthesonic3181

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheyWhomTheGodsDetest Well, that's quite bad for a car of that size and chape, but is a big engine so such thing is expected.

@tsfullerton

2 жыл бұрын

@@FlexSZN23 The 2002's still had the 1MZ 192 hp then bumped to 210 in '03 with VVTi. The 3MZ VVT was introduced in 2003, 225 hp.

I have no words to describe your review..Excellent !! I ve watched probably over 50 reviews for the new Camry Hybrid, cause I'm interested to buy it. No one, reached the level of information you shared with us. You found almost all the weaknesses.. Unfortunately, Toyota doesn't build cars like it used to be. But still, are much better from any company out there. Congratulations, God bless you.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks I'm glad you appreciate my video style

@shane6115

2 жыл бұрын

Their built better now ofcourse, Toyota is not in the business of making its new cars worse.

We need more reviews like these. Tired of the reviews on heated seats and cup holders.

@randyjackson347

3 жыл бұрын

That is what Car Confections talk about all the time..

Another great video, thanks for making it! Not sure I get the placement of the ECU in front left that’s asking for drama in an accident both the RAV 4 and Camry have the ECU in same place, as an aircraft mechanic I appreciate your knowledge and explanation not the usual here is a cup holder, I’m now a fan of your Chanel.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I don't like that ecu placement either. Toyota better make it cheap to replace

I've been reading some bad things about the 8 speed transmission related to shifting issues. Supposedly it has been a problem for a number of years affecting various models. Shocking since Toyota isn't known for such powertrain issues The old 6 speed transmission has apparently been very good though.

@nasedo3129

4 жыл бұрын

Why the hell does anyone need eight speeds? I remember the old two speed Powerglide transmission and the "new" three speed automatics were such an improvement!

@rkgsd

4 жыл бұрын

@@nasedo3129 Agreed. I'm still driving a 4 speed 2002 so 5 or 6 is plenty. The automakers have gone crazy with marketing gimmicks.

@fun_ghoul

4 жыл бұрын

@@nasedo3129 Why did anyone need three? Same reason: Improved acceleration and fuel economy. The limiting factor is always the size of the trans itself; IOW, the additional gearing has to more than make up for any increased weight or aerodynamic drag.

@billgale5568

4 жыл бұрын

I have the 8 speed ..shifts flawlessly

@MusicConnoisseurian

4 жыл бұрын

Personally hate the 6 speed. Have had nothing, but great driving performance from the 8 speed unless you drive like grandma as I've noticed the computers* seem* to adjust to driver over time - fairly quickly. After I drive there 8 speed a few days shifts quick and smooth without flooring and always probably keeping rpms under 3k. I'm fast yet gentle controlled driver. The 6 speed constantly wants to down shift whenever I want to accelerate into traffic, which makes it feel unsafe without feeling like I'm harming the transmission.

Great video! Would love to see even more points of comparison, like headlight technology, rust proofing, insulation, sound systems, etc! Keep up the good work!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips I'll keep that in mind.

@luckyguy600

9 ай бұрын

Wait a minute. We just might not want to know. Seeing the obvious is bad enough, let alone the corners cut inside the bits and pieces.

Wow I'm super impressed with how thorough and detailed this video was while still keeping it light hearted with witty observations. It must have taken you a great deal of time shooting the video and editing it afterwards to deliver the end product. I can tell you're a content creator that really takes pride in the content you put out there. Good work man. +1

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes it was alot of filming, researching and editing to get it right. A day of filming the new car and another half day on mine.

I was waiting for this video. Thanks. hope someday review a mazda engine 🙃

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

One day...skyactiv!

Well, I have a 1995 Camry I4 with 400k miles and it still is hanging in there. Everything still works. I've kept up with the maintenance and of course that's a killer combo when teamed up with a Camry.

@speedkar99

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome!!

I can appreciate the way you take care of your vehicles. I have a 2004 Camry SE V6 with over 307,000 miles (494,000km) and it still runs great. Great comparison between old and new.

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

Nice, half a million km! Mines Barely got 312,000km It's an LE V6 with the 3.0

the V6 looks way cooler and I love the design of the old one

@undeadb3ast12

2 жыл бұрын

They are so awesome, kinda sleepers, very quick off the line, and feels like 250 horse even if its like 200-ish

Having a 4th generation Camry I don't see how they could be more reliable.. I'll always have a Toyota though, they've more than proven they're tops .

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Ah the 4th gens were great. Unfortunately they don't make them like they used to, even Toyotas are on par with the competition now

Thanks for the detailed comparo. I bought a new '02 Camry SE V6. 94,000 miles today and looks like new. Best vehicle I've ever owned. I was considering getting a used 2015 but after watching this I won't.

Great review! We have a silver 2018 Camry LE (looks identical to the 2019 in your video) with 10K miles on it and we kept our 1994 Camry XLE V6 (1MZ-FE) with 242K miles on it that we still use for some of our city driving & for relatives when they come to visit. When looking at the 2018 Camry the salesman asked if we were going to trade in the 94. I told him no, it is running fine & we will keep it for a 2nd car & it is our fall back in case the new one does not work out. I used some of your YT video material when my son & I did the timing belt & water pump & cam and crank seal job on the 94. This video/review gave me a BIG Boost on the mechanicals of our 2018 LE. Thanks again for this one! All the other reviews on the new camrys that I have seen so far are "cup holder" type reviews.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Glad my videos can help. I guess your experience is a 25 year testament compared to my 15 year testament

"The old Camry has brakes that you operate YOURSELF!" lol

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha yep good old brake pedal. Soon we won't have any 😭

Love the plastic covers on the underside, makes vehicles last almost forever since you dont gotta worry about corrosion

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

It helps but if something does get stuck there you can't easily wash it off

@robblotnicky3219

4 жыл бұрын

Drove thru a deep puddle at a low speed and mine got tore off and started dragging under my back left wheel. Had to back onto a curb to pull it off lol....

I purchased my first 2005 Camry brand new and it's dealership maintained, everything is still oem on the car except for tires, rotors, shocks, flex pipe and 1 engine mount and oil pan bolt was damaged by dealership. I now have 300,000 miles on it, clean no accident, interior is super clean. Transmission is oem. No oil burning no leaks. I'm hoping I can get another 200,000 miles.

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

What engine? 3.0?

@toyotacamry4657

3 жыл бұрын

It's a 4 cylinder 2.4L, USA assembled. Base model.

@toyotacamry4657

3 жыл бұрын

Engine: 2AZ-FE , 2.4L , manufacturer: Kentucky, 🇺🇸

Great in depth review from a real mechanic not a prissy car reviewer who pays mechanics to fix their personal cars. He reviews the car for mechanical repair aspects not just for the "disillusioned driving experience" of it. Keep up the great job brother 👍

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks and I agree. These are the technical things that matter. I'm not a real mechanic, I am a mechanical engineer

The golden age of Toyota was the early 90's to the mid-2000's. You have to spend at least 50 grand now to get real quality and that means Lexus.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Even Lexus quality isn't where it used to be. My old ES330 had a really nice interior compared to the new ES350s....I felt something was lacking

@NoName-gv6nm

3 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 i feel like the cheaper feeling materials must be for weight reduction. Manufacturers are doing everything they can to squeeze every mile possible per gallon. They have a lot of pressure on them to meet very stringent standards.

@rkan2

2 жыл бұрын

I agree interiors have taken the biggest hit.. Most newer cars of the same class are using more lower quality and lighter materials in the same places.

That sealed trans, with its, "lifetime fluid," is giving me goosebumps. What a load of marketing BS. Have you SEEN the state of the ATF that comes out of those, at anything past 60,000 kms? There is no such thing as, "lifetime fluid." It"ll get you to the end of the car's warranty and then they basically force you to junk the car. I don't know about your location, but around here, if you look around on the streets, you see 2 conspicuous things: 1) 1997-2001 Camrys are still plentiful, despite their age. That tried-and-true design will not die, and you can SERVICE the wear-and-tear parts. Owners hang onto them. 2) 2002 and up Camrys are RARE now. You just don't see 'em. I've already explained why. Only the newest ones are still on the road.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Good observation. I do see more gen4 than gen5 around here too, and it's been like that for a while. There's tons more gen6 driving around though. Interesting though as the V6 gen5 were one of the most reliable. Most of them are probably I4 and had the head bolts strip and burn oil.

@baddestburrito4718

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 Suspicion confirmed: the gen 5 and gen 6 cars will last, only if the owner takes extraordinary measures...such as changing that, "lifetime fluid," against the manufacturer's recommendations. In the past year, I think I have seen no more than 10-20 gen 6 cars around here. All you see is 7th, 8th, and 4th and 3rd. The V6 5th gen -- like yours -- still has a dipstick-equipped trans. That explains a lot, too.

@benjaminschmied7998

4 жыл бұрын

Changed the fluid on my 2015 rav4 transmission after 35.000miles was dark and it's shifting smoother again.

@baddestburrito4718

4 жыл бұрын

@@benjaminschmied7998 Posts like yours make me happy. (I know that this is anathema to the corporate overlords at Toyota, but...) Toyota built their reputation on cars that can easily go 20-30, or more years, if you take care of them. (My Lexus SC400 is just a hair under 28 years old, and still looks and runs like new.) This is why people are willing to shell out extra for the name. The fact that Toyota builds a death date into their cars now, is akin to false advertising. So, when I read words like yours -- from one diligent DIYer to another -- I feel like car by car, we are getting our own back.

@dot7107

4 жыл бұрын

It is not lie that the oil is not needed to change in it's lifetime. Lifetime ends when transmission or rear diff or some orher "maintenance free" component breaks down 😄

Very interesting to see the differences. I personally have 2 older Camrys. 1. 2000 Toyota Camry LE V6 5-Speed Manual with 163,000 miles. I average about 26 mpg with mostly highway driving with traffic. 2. 1997 Toyota Camry CE 4cyl 5-Speed Manual with 260,000 miles. I average about 32 mpg with mostly highway driving with traffic. They have been great cars. I love having the manual transmission since I can have fun shifting my own gears and get better gas mileage than the automatic transmission car of that generation. I mainly use my 4cyl as my commuter car. I kept my V6 garaged and drive it at least once a week to work and other places.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You must love the Gen4s eh

Toyota makes the best vehicles that last for a very long time. My 2005 Sienna has 288K miles without replacing any major components-yes still runs on original ÁC, fuel pump, suspension and paint. Oil is clear between oil changes.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Good old reliable sienna. My dad has an 06 too

Loving the double ads 3.31 minutes into the video! Just perfect.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Well I can't control how many ads you see...

The 1992-1996 and 1997-2001 Camry model years was the best. Thicker bodies which was also rust resistant, and they start every-time.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

The good old Gen3s we're the best ones built.

For a car shopper, this is the best channel for the realities that come with ownership for specific models.

My favorite Camry is actually the 2002-2006 V6 XLE. It’s so nice, it comes with Fog lights, alloy rims, 3.0 or 3.3L V6, not sure which one, leather and wood interior, nav. Rear manual sunshade etc. so freaking nice !! Almost as nice as my 2006 Lexus ES330 fully loaded. Mines got the 3.3L V6, 17” 6 spoke chrome rims, power rear sunshade, sport tuning suspension, mark levinson premium audio system, voice navigation/touchscreen infotainment system, automatic rain sensing wipers, heated and ventilated front seats. I’ve added LED Turn signals front and rear, window tint and window shades for the rear side windows, chrome pillars, LED halo ring headlights, back up camera, and of course a dash cam lol. I love that car so much! It is immaculate and drives like brand new. It has 220,000 miles on it, and I service it every 5k or so to make sure it’ll keep going forever.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. I had an 05 ES330 and it was an excellent reliable car. The one thing I hate was the throttle and transmission lag, my Camry has that too. Does yours?

The biggest advantage I see in the newer Camry (just got one, a 2020 though) is the multi-port injection system (where it uses both GDI and port injection, just reducing carbon build-up that plagues GDI-only engines). Obviously there are ways to clean the carbon build-up but for those who do highway driving, this should extend the amount of time between those cleanings on the newer Camry. This and a few other refinements are also welcome on the new Camry. The only thing I am not particularly fond of is that they had to go to an 8-speed versus the older 6-speed that was more tried-and-true. However, I suspect they did this for fuel economy reasons (as the new Camry can get around 40 MPG highway and about 34-35 MPGH combined, whereas one with a 6 speed might be more like 25/35/30 combined). This is also of course, my first Toyota so I can't personally compare to an older one but I've read a lot of people's reviews and the transmission change is one thing that comes up a lot. The other thing that's beneficial is electronic water pump and oil pump. I feel this is a better design because you can now put sensors on the pump itself and if it malfunctions, it can alert the driver or even shut down or prevent the vehicle from starting to reduce the possibility of engine damage. Plus these components are more external to the engine (bolted on the outside of the engine versus being inside the engine assembly like they are on most traditional vehicles, making repairs a bit more expensive IMO because you have to take the engine apart. Add that with the termal efficiency of the newer TNGA designs and I think it's a pretty good setup. Yes the transmission is less than desireable but I believe they have made improvements since the 2018 Camry. This is why yeah I wouldn't reocmmend anyone buy a 2018 (or any new technology when it first comes out -- same reason I didn't buy a Corolla with the 2.0L with the launch gear--it was only released in the 2020 Corolla so we have yet to see how well that holds up. At least with a regular automatic, the likeliness that they will have a ton of problems is less likely because of the overall design. CVTs are still not durable enough IMO for one to expect to get hundreds of thousands of miles out of them. YOu might get 150k out of one, maybe 200k but I am still a fan of the regular automatic, even if it's the 8--speed. Gears can take the stress better than a CVT can. The other thing that has changed in the Camry over the years is safety too. Not just the automated safety features (like Pedestrial detection) but the metals that are being used. Older cars (say ones made in earlier 2000's or prior) may look like they'd be safe because their bulky and heavy, but it really comes down to metals and the construction. You now have light-weight aluminum that is stronger than some of the much heavier steels out there. And the cheaper plastics may also be partially for safety reasons. Think of a door panel that pops out of its clips on a side impact. I'd rather have a door panel that easily cracks or shatters than one that's rigid and can possibly puncture a person's side because it's so rigid. I mean from a quality standpoint, yeah the heavier plastic panels are nicer but for safety they may not be all that great in reality (in a cash). Plus with airbags in the doors and such, they have to make the plastic thinner so the plastics can flex so the airbags can deploy in time. So part of it is cost, the other part (I'm going to venture to guess) is for safety.

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

Good points but I'll stick to my 04 Camry for now

We’ve got a 2018 SE 2.5 with the 8 speed, and it’s fantastic.

@samanthajames9773

3 жыл бұрын

Can you give us more details about the fantastic part

This is why I refuse to get rid of my 2004 ES330. You can't beat the 3MZ. Just about to roll over 200K miles.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I had an ES330. The only thing I didn't like was the throttle lag. My Camry has that too ☹️

@narlycharley

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 The throttle lag with the stutter? Yeah, it used to drive me crazy, but now I'm so used to it. Lol.

@captmaverickable

4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2005 ES330 with 182k miles and at first the trans stutter on the 3-4 shift bothered me but I have gotten used to it. Used to think the solenoid pack was bad but it’s just a characteristic of the transmission. It drives so damm smooth and the torque is silky. I came from a 2012 Toyota Prius V and was tired of having no PoWAH!!!!

The kind of information that’s needed when looking to buy a new car. I still have my 98 2.2L Camry with 5FSE motor and auto transmission. Still original and goes like a champ at 390,000 kms. Would be good fun if you do a tear down of the old 5FSE and AISIN auto transmission. Maybe you can tell us why they’re such good plants!

@speedkar99

Жыл бұрын

I'd love to get a 5S engine for a teardown! They are getting very hard to find since rust kills these camrys (or people buy scrap ones for Derby's)

@craigkennedy5328

Жыл бұрын

Still see the old timer Camrys around now and then on Australian roads and much more so than competitors - Holdens (GM), Mitsubishis and Fords. But the Camrys are getting rarer. Certainly the best car I’ve had. Keeping up with maintenance helps keep it going!

@craigkennedy5328

Жыл бұрын

Your videos are fun and very educational. Please keep making them. Love the toothbrush and your brother’s wardrobe!

excellent journalism ! Thanks. I think i'd like the older version Camry but with the older 4-pot engine that was available at that time perhaps.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Avoid the Gen5 Camry with the 2.4L. They burned oil and blew head bolts. The V6 is the reliable one to get.

@Dave.S.TT600

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 ok then! thankyou SpeedKar!

@kevinsbott

4 жыл бұрын

It would be interesting to see the new camera compared to the most legendary Camry engine in the history of the camrty, which of course is a 2.2 L. I have a 2001, it is still running great, plenty of power and 32 miles per gallon mix driving.

@sunbeam8866

4 жыл бұрын

​@@speedkar99I have a '96 4-cylinder Gen-3. It uses a bit of oil at 178 K-miles, but I got the car for free. Biggest gripe with mine is the stock suspension is too soft. Upgrading my rear struts and springs was a big imrovement. A friend had a 2003 4-cylinder with 190K-miles and no engine problems. I've heard the oil-burning started with the 2007 Gen-6

the 2002-2006 camry gotta be the strongest generation camry ever made. my clumsy girl hydroplaned and smashed into the road divider curb 40mph and severely bent both front steel donut oem rims. I installed new rims and tires and no problems. how in the hell ? I expected bearing, tie rod, control arms, suspension, ball joint to all be completely destroyed.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

They are pretty tough. The 92-96 is probably the best but you don't see to many around probably due to rust.

@andersonrodriguez8258

4 жыл бұрын

97-2001 the last great camries

The best part is that I had an 03 Camry with 209,000 miles. Luckily for me I had a 4 cylinder engine with a timing chain so I never had to deal with a timing belt. As long as you change your oil on time the timing chain will last forever.

As an engineer i enjoy every bit of this video Great video saving to my all time favourites please don’t remove or delete it after few years

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm an engineer too

"...and one in the front which is waiting to burn your hand..." Yeah, been there, lol

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Lol it's true

my boy broke a toothbrush and used it to point around lol

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I sure did 😃

Getting roughly the same horsepower from a smaller engine with two less cylinders shows you how far the engineering has advanced in 15 years.

I had Camry 1999 model MCV20R station wagon, up until now still in good condition. What an excellent car, easy to maintain. 320000 km odometer reading.

I know that Toyota has started to cut costs, but my only concern in buying this is the new 8-speed transmission. How has it been so far?

@billgale5568

4 жыл бұрын

Energetic Fox Studios ... mine has been flawless

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Good to hear. This car drove just fine.

@baluchi430

4 жыл бұрын

The older 6 speed Automatic is better, the new 8 speed feel very sluggish to me. It does not feel like a Toyota anymore

Thanks alot sir. Great to know. You have an amazing great knowledge. I watched all of your videos

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I keep learning new things too

these kinds of videos deserve more likes and views than the typical garbage spec sheet commentary some 'famous' auto journalists do... please don't stop. you will grow into a big channel one day. even if you don't, know that your content is absolute gold. I am just grateful it is free for us.

This is an excellent video! A comprehensive overview of the major components of a car, worthy of an introductory class for a high school automotive course. I would say even for adults in this modern age who should at least have a basic understanding before taking a vehicle to a mechanic. The contrast between older and current models also shows how cars have grown more complex yet essentially cheaper in their build quality.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

They should make basic mechanics part of getting a driver's license.

Holy smokes toyota went with electric water pump and thermostat?

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

They've been doing it a while

@baddestburrito4718

4 жыл бұрын

Toyota has gone OUT OF THEIR WAY to screw you out of money.

@dot7107

4 жыл бұрын

Much more faster engine thermal handling and those work just fine

@seanv1556

4 жыл бұрын

@@baddestburrito4718 Paranoia.

@baddestburrito4718

4 жыл бұрын

@@seanv1556 I drive a 27 year old Toyota that still runs like it's new. Do you think the 2019 models will be equally healthy in 2046? Hell, the 5th and 6th Generation Camrys have already started to get rarer, while the 4th generation cars have stayed numerous. It doesn't take a genius to figure out that in 2002, Toyota changed their designs. Call it paranoia if you want to. It's not my job to free you from ignorance.

I love PLASTIC VALVE COVER, they're so reliable compared to the aluminum valve cover; they will last 3 times longer than it is. Nice going Toyota, Japan.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

The plastic valve cover might last as long as the gasket. At that point it could warp due to heat.

This is what we call a highly detailed technical review.

Great job, that is a lot of work you put into making this video and I appreciate it. I have a 2006 xle v6 so I know exactly what you mean about making a mess changing the oil. However, I notice your older Camry is a SE not a LE Camry. The SE trim is a higher trim so your comparison is not exact, but again over all excellent job.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Mine was an LE, but I converted the interior to black leather and added the fogs and wheels.

Good Choice of video! I love Camryyyy!!!! 😊

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, me too 😁

Old one is a tank that wont die. The new one sacrificed a solid structure for safety tech

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Yes alot of sacrifice at the cost of what made Toyota unique.... quality

@connorPiper0

4 жыл бұрын

Ends up being a ton safer though. Even the 2012 Camry holds nothing on the current one safety wise.

@rickscott5290

4 жыл бұрын

Actually, the structure is much stronger in the new one. The A and B pillars are made of ultra high strength steel, which protects you in a collision.

@jeffreyfurtado3681

4 жыл бұрын

I believe that Toyota is using more aluminum and light weight strength.

As an auto Technician, The old one is built much better. I've owned many Toyota's and much prefer the older designs, before we had all the cross-pollination of automotive engineers. Who brought crazy ideas with them. Things like that electric water pump and thermostat that while easier to replace, is much more prone to failure. This, and the decline in interior quality is why I bought a used Sonata instead of a Camry when I needed a new car in 2016. My family has had plenty of them over the years. That I've been responsible for maintaining. 2010, 2008, 2007, 2005, 1999, 1997, 1995, 1993, & 1988 models. Over these models I've seen Toyota quality start to decline. With a noticeable drop from 2007 on using cheaper materials, and weird engineering. I'm not sure how much longer I can in good conscience continue to recommend their products. Granted they are still better than other makes. But for how long ??

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your opinion. I'm an engineer but work on my cars and understand your pain. OEMs are regulated my emissions, fuel economy and safety when designing a car. The only thing bounding them mechanically is warranty. As a result, maintainability suffers, due to budget, and components are designed to last the warranty period+1day. To package it all and still meet customer demand (which is what sells cars, not ease of fixing) is where engineers are forced to cut corners. It's sad but that's the reality. CVT transmissions are disposable already. Soon we will have disposable cars.

Great video! I have never seen such a thorough breakdown of a car, better yet, two cars! I like the attention to detail you put in.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you appreciate my work. Thanks!

@B61zz13

4 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 It's a great pleasure

Thank you for this video, I think Toyota did a good job on the new Camrys. Especially with the fuel economy and power, the new 4 cylinder does 0-60 faster than the old v6 and the new v6 give more more power than the old v6 while impressively giving you better fuel economy than the old 4 cylinder. Only time with tell how reliable these new dynamic force engines are but Toyota has been testing this engine since the early 2010s so it should be a smooth ride with few issues.

@rkan2

2 жыл бұрын

Imagine if you'd put a turbo on those 2.5L... I guesa it is too much of a reliability problem with the fuel prices in the US...

My opinion I prefer the older camary I've had my 1996 for years never been in a accident 280 thousand miles always dealer maintained I love my car

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Those gen3s were very well built.

@NoName-gv6nm

3 жыл бұрын

My 1996 camry was the best purchase I ever made. Got it for $2000 USD... lasted me 5 years before the main computer went out.

@sachsgs2509

3 жыл бұрын

My 99(sold it with 198K) has 248K and still going strong👌

Found the best channel to get the REAL REVIEWS of cars. I always look for reviews which can give me insight of how difficult the maintenance could get at later stages. Nice job. BTW I have a 4 cyl 2005 Camry which is way easier to maintain than the V6 model.

Great review!

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Seems the newer camry is easier to work on. Fantastic in depth comparison. Muchas gracias. I have a 2006 subie sti no where near as reliable. Subaru having lots of issues with quality. Stick with toyota or honda. Newer better

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

That's only because it's the i4. You don't want to know what you have to do to service the new v6...

I have 2015 Camry and it been a solid as car and it still has a lot of miles to go just cross 100k

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Good to hear! 100K is alot of miles for a 15 model no?

@raulsebastiani6591

4 жыл бұрын

So!

I hope the 2019 is better. This is my first Toyota. Only problem is that I hate the transmission hunting for high gear. Once on interstate it's fine. Slow traffic sucks with the 19. Good video

@gumerdominguez4091

4 жыл бұрын

Go to a dealer ask them to do a reflash I did on mine it works

Thank you so much for this comparison. I "upgraded" from a 2001 LE to a 2014 SE. Imo it's like a luxury car 😂. Wanted to know your take on how reliable the 2014s are. FYI my 2001LE had over 250k miles on it and was still humming. Loved it.

I can't keep up! It would help if you'd caption 'new' 'old' for your slower audience members like myself. Always well done Speedy!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I thought about that for a bit while editing. I thought someone following along would easily tell the difference between a shiny new engine compared to the 15 year old one

@pryme2013

3 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 you're right. No need for that. Can easily see the difference

I like the fact that the old camry has proven itself but maintenence is definitely easier on the newer camry.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

It's not as bad on the i4 version of the old Camry. This isn't a direct comparison because of that.

@Abdullahaldajjani

4 жыл бұрын

V6 engine is complicated but 2.4 liter engine is so easy to maintain. The comparison should have been between camry 2005 with 2.4 liter engine and new camry with 2.5 liter engine

amaznig video, so much information packed in here

my 98 -- 4 cylinder camry has 264,000 miles-30 miles per gallon,drives nice for an old car

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

The gen4s were good reliable machines

Oh I love the details. Thank you so much

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome so much

Watching this makes me miss my Uncle’s old 2002 Camry LE. God, don’t I miss that car. 😭

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Good times. Was it a v6?

@fordfocusperson

4 жыл бұрын

speedkar99 It was the 4 cylinder. It had 246k miles on it before it got into an accident back in late July 2018. Despite the fact that it leak inside a lot, gone through many flat tires and and had a lot of mold & mildew, it was the most reliable car that my Uncle ever had. Always started and never once broke down.

Great video, including the mandatory brush toss at the end.

Great Video. I prefer the old Camry. Have 233,000 miles on mine 2.4 litre F2AZ engine. Yes it burns a qt. of oil per month wasn't covered under recall for later models. Only replaced blown radiator assembly/upper lower hoses, water pump, thermostat, surpentine belt, one section power steering return pipe and blower motor. Still have same MacPherson struts. Will need replacement maybe next year.

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I prefer my V6 over the 2AZ, mines going strong but hasn't hit 200K miles just yet

Not giving up my 06 LE V6!

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Keep it going! How many miles on the odometer?

@sachsgs2509

3 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 mine it's a 2000 LE with the 3.0 with 112K. I've 5 Camrys 99-01. I sold a 99 with the 2.2 at 198K and the girl that bought it still drives it at 248K👌👌👌

Meanwhile, my 2000 corolla has over 200k miles and still using the factory transmission fluid.

@rkan2

2 жыл бұрын

Is that a manual?

The thinner metal bodywork is mostly for weight saving for fuel economy rather than cost, although you could say it's saving them money but not because the steel is thinner and therefore less expensive, but because they used thinner steel to save weight instead of using aluminium which would be more expensive.

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

That's another way to look at it

Been subbed for some years now, Glad you made this since i am considering buying one. The timing chain is what I really wanted to know!! Thanks, man! condolences to your brother's underwear!!

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome , thanks for subscribing. Which model Camry you looking to get?

@defkon99

3 жыл бұрын

@@speedkar99 XSE is nice, but it's really something just to buzz around town with, so will probably go with a 4 cylinder. If you could do it again what would you do different, model, engine, color? I'd like to hear your thoughts. Thanks again for the great content!

What do you think of LEXUS IS300H

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't Get the IS350

Ill keep my 98 camry for as long as possible. Looks like the new camry is a money pit waiting to happen. Electronic e brake, electronic water pump, electronic power steering, electronics everywhere. Plastic intake manifold. Plastics that will be heat soaked and fall apart

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Is yours a v6? As much as the gen4s are good, I wish they came in a black interior

@Super6-Four

4 жыл бұрын

​@@speedkar99 Yes it is a V6. I like the power i get out of it and I do agree that the interior is ugly as sin. Should have got a ES300 lol

The US received two V6 engine options, a 142 kW (190 hp) 3.0-liter V6, and a 157 kW (210 hp) 3.3-liter version of the same. The 3.3-liter was only available for the Camry's sportier "SE" model. Even though the 2004 he is comparing here is an LE, it has 2 items that only came on the SE ... One of them is the rear spoiler, and the 2nd are the fog lights.

@speedkar99

3 жыл бұрын

I swapped so many things on my Camry, full black leather interior, fogs, Solara wheels, facelift 2005 tails, etc. Previous owner added that spoiler.

That’s so good explained. So straight forward and easy explanation. Cool 👍

@speedkar99

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@beedslolkuntus2070

4 жыл бұрын

speedkar99 :)