2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 731 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
