2006 Lexus GX vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
