2009 Lexus IS vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |