Lexus ES 2012 vs BMW 5 series 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 277 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 346 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Lexus ES is more dynamic to drive. Lexus ES engine produces 73 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 76 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Lexus ES reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 | 7.6 | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus ES consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus ES could require 285 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 850 km on highway | 1180 km on highway | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Lexus ES) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | 141 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus ES 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. Note, however, that this Lexus ES version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 21 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota RAV4, Lexus RX, Toyota Camry, Toyota Sienna | Used also on BMW 3 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus ES might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 5 sērija 2010 3.0 engine: Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high pressure fuel pump were common in early model ... More about BMW 5 sērija 2010 3.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.90 m | 4.90 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.46 m | |
| Lexus ES and BMW 5 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 520 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Lexus ES has 60 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus ES is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Lexus ES can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`130 | 2`260 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 11 600 | |
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