2000 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2000 BMW 325 and 2000 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS. 2000 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 325 | IS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |