2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |