2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
