2006 Lexus GX vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
