2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lexus RX (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
