2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Lexus ES were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus ES. (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus ES. 2009 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Lexus ES | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
