2009 BMW X6 vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2003 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X6 | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
