2009 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
