2003 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2002 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | LX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 2195 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |
