2006 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus SC | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | SC | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4277 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |