2009 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |