2004 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 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 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |