1998 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 1998 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus SC | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | SC | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
