2003 Lexus ES vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Lexus ES is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus ES weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus ES | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | ES | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |