2003 Lexus GX vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GX | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
