2006 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 550 | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.7 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 Weight | 1725 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
