2008 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
