2009 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X6 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |
