2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 395 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Camry (280 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
