2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 330 and 2009 Lexus GS are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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 (310 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
