2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |