BMW 4 series 2013 vs Lexus RC 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 4 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Lexus RC) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 313 HP | 311 HP | |
| Torque: | 630 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.8 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| BMW 4 series engine produces 2 HP more power than Lexus RC, whereas torque is 250 NM more than Lexus RC. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 11.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 litres | 66 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 4 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 18 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus GS | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 4 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 4 sērija 2013 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.38 m | 1.34 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 4 series is 6 cm shorter than the Lexus RC, 2 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 4 series is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 445 litres | 294 litres | |
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BMW 4 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 4 series has 151 litres more trunk space than the Lexus RC. The Lexus RC may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 4 series is 0.7 metres more than that of the Lexus RC, which means BMW 4 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`145 | 2`245 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 16 400 | 23 000 | |
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