2006 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 325 | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3311 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
