2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Camry | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Camry | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |