2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 106 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |