2005 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2005 Lexus GX and 2005 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GX | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | GX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |