2004 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2004 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |