2003 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | LX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |
