2003 Lexus GX vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 779 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
