2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 525 | IS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |