2008 Lexus RX vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | RX | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 840 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
