2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |