2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X5 | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |
