2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |