2007 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 Lexus GS and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | GS | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |