2007 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 1 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 BMW 523 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 523. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 523 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
