2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus ES weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
