2004 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
