2009 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2009 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | IS | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |