1999 Lexus SC vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Lexus SC.
Because 1999 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus SC | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Previa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
