2004 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LX. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LX. (434 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus LX | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | LX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |