2006 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 852 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (490 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (197 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
