2011 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 179 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | IS | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
