1999 Lexus LX vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
