2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 911 | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |