2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |
