2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus ES weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lexus ES | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | 911 | ES |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |