2005 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 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 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |