2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.

Because 2004 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 325 2004 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 325 Camry
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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