2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |