2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 678 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Porsche | Lexus |
Model | Cayenne | IS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |