1999 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus SC | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
