2006 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 155 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2006 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
