2003 Lexus IS vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus IS | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 118 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |