2002 Lexus LX vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 346 kg more than 2012 BMW 650.
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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus LX | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | LX | 650 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |