2008 Lexus RX vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | RX | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
