1996 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 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 32 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 396 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus SC | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | SC | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
