2003 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2895 mm |
