2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 BMW X6

To start off, both 2012 Toyota Camry and 2012 BMW X6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (200 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Toyota Camry 2012 BMW X6
Make Toyota BMW
Model Camry X6
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 480 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type CVT Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1561 kg 2615 kg
Vehicle Length 4806 mm 4879 mm
Vehicle Width 1821 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1471 mm 1689 mm
Wheelbase Size 2776 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 5.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 85 L


 

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