2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.

Because 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 130 2007 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 130 Camry
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1810 mm


 

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