2011 Lexus GX vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2011 Lexus GX and 2011 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 932 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2011 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Lexus GX | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Lexus | BMW |
Model | GX | Z4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |