2009 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Lexus LS and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LS | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | LS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 357 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |