2008 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X6 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LX. (383 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 519 kg more than 2008 BMW X6.
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 X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LX. (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X6 | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X6 | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
