Lexus LX 2007 vs Porsche Cayenne 2010
Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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Engine: | 5.7 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
Power: | 367 HP | 240 HP | |
Torque: | 530 NM | 550 NM | |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds | |
Lexus LX is more dynamic to drive. Lexus LX engine produces 127 HP more power than Porsche Cayenne, but torque is 20 NM less than Porsche Cayenne. Thanks to more power Lexus LX reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.5 | 7.4 | |
The Porsche Cayenne is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus LX consumes 7.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Porsche Cayenne, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus LX could require 1065 litres more fuel. | |||
Fuel tank capacity: | 93 litres | 85 litres | |
Full fuel tank distance: | 640 km in combined cycle | 1140 km in combined cycle | |
810 km on highway | 1280 km on highway | ||
Porsche Cayenne gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Ground clearance: | 225 mm (8.9 inches) | 215 mm (8.5 inches) | |
Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus LX can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Engines | |||
Average engine lifespan: | 840'000 km | 420'000 km | |
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus LX engine could be longer. | |||
Engine production duration: | 17 years | 1 years | |
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus LX might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
Length: | 4.99 m | 4.85 m | |
Width: | 1.97 m | 1.94 m | |
Height: | 1.92 m | 1.71 m | |
Lexus LX is larger. Lexus LX is 14 cm longer than the Porsche Cayenne, 3 cm wider, while the height of Lexus LX is 22 cm higher. | |||
Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 670 litres | |
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2560 litres | 1780 litres | |
Despite its longer length, Lexus LX has 240 litres less trunk space than the Porsche Cayenne. This could mean that the Lexus LX uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Lexus LX (by 780 litres). | |||
Turning diameter: | 12.8 meters | 11.9 meters | |
The turning circle of the Lexus LX is 0.9 metres more than that of the Porsche Cayenne, which means Lexus LX can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
Gross weight (kg): | 3`300 | 2`860 | |
Safety: | no data | no data | |
Quality: | no data | high | |
Average price (€): | 26 800 | 21 600 | |
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