2009 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | LS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
