2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 305 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
