2007 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | IS | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |