2010 Lexus IS vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lexus IS | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | IS | X3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |