1997 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 445 kg more than 1997 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 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 | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
