1999 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2010 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | LX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |
