2006 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 M3. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (328 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
