2007 Lexus IS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |