2004 Lexus GX vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 632 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GX | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | GX | 996 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |