2009 Lexus GX vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GX | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | GX | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
