1998 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus SC | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | SC | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2885 mm |
