2007 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2000 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 328 | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
