2007 Lexus GX vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | GX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
