2006 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus SC would be higher. Both 2006 BMW 325 and 2000 Lexus SC are equipped with a 2,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2000 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
