1996 Lexus LX vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 BMW X5.
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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
