2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 330 | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |