2005 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS. 2005 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
