2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
