2000 Lexus LX vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LX | X1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
