1996 Lexus SC vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1996 Lexus SC and 1996 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 605 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
