2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | RX | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |