1999 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 578 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus SC. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1999 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 1999 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus SC | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
