2010 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Camry | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Camry | 130 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |