2006 Lexus LS vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. 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 34 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LS. (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | LS | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |