2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |