2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 227 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 125 | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 96 L |
