2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 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 330 (290 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |