2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2001 BMW X Coupe and 2001 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2001 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | X Coupe | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |