2008 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 330 | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
