2009 Lexus LS vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | LS | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |
