2009 Lexus IS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |