2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 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 (237 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2009 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 325 Camry
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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