2010 Lexus RX 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 RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Lexus RX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus RX. 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 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus RX | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lexus | BMW |
| Model | RX | X3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |
