1999 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 684 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW X5 2005 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model X5 Camry
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 223 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 439 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 83 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2184 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm