2005 Lexus GX vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 1 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 583 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GX. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
