2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Camry | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |