2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 882 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 911 | GX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |