2002 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2002 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LX | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
