2008 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 BMW 740 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. 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 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 740 | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |