2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
