2011 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2011 BMW X5 and 2011 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2011 Lexus RX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2011 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X5 | 2011 Lexus RX | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | X5 | RX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |