2009 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
