2000 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2000 Lexus GS and 2000 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS.

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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lexus GS 2000 Porsche 911
Make Lexus Porsche
Model GS 911
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2995 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 328 HP
Torque 294 Nm 351 Nm
Top Speed 230 km/hour 286 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2370 mm


 

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