2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3310 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
