2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 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 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 530. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3310 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |