2009 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | 530 | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |