1997 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
