2012 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus RX | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | RX | Panamera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |