2002 Lexus GS vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2002 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus GS | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GS | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
