2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 Lexus LX 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 LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 525 | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
