2005 Lexus GX vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1425 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 |
