2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
