2003 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | LX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 93 L |
