2005 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2005 BMW 745 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 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GX. (434 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 745 | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2214 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
