1998 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | SC | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3193 mm |