2009 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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 (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
