2006 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 162 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
