2009 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus ES. (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus ES. 2009 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus ES | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | ES | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
