2003 Lexus LX vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LX | 730 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
