2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 720 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Lexus GX | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 325 | GX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
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 | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 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 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |