2007 Lexus RX vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | RX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
