2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Lexus GS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | X5 | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |