2006 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
