2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LS. (521 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 911 | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 477 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 521 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |