2003 Lexus ES vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus ES | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | ES | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3314 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |