2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2005 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 325 Camry
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 96 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 920 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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