2004 Lexus ES vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Lexus ES is newer by 6 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus ES weights approximately 149 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus ES | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | ES | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
