2010 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | X6 | RX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
