2005 Lexus SC vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
