2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus RX (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2008 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 328 | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |