2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2005 Toyota Camry
Make BMW Toyota
Model 330 Camry
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 217 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 96 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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