2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2008 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Mustang | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |