1996 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. 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 37 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 317 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
