2001 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
