2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Lexus RX | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 525 | RX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |