2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2003 Porsche 911 and 2003 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS. 2003 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche 911 | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 911 | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |