1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 892 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Euro 1 | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
