2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 525 | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |