2006 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS.
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 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 550 | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |