2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus ES.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2006 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. 2006 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 328 | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
