2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
