2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 BMW 123.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Camry | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Camry | 123 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |