2009 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 2009 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |