2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 744 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 550 | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
