2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 227 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | GX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 87 L |
