2007 Lexus IS vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | IS | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
