2000 Lexus ES vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus ES weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus ES | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | ES | 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
