2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX 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, 2008 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 320 | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
