2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
