1998 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 14 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) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus SC | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | SC | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
