1998 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC. 2013 Ford Expedition 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus SC | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | SC | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3023 mm |