2004 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | SC | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |