2004 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |