2003 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
