1997 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1036 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 119 L |
