2000 Lexus SC vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus SC.
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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus SC. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2000 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2000 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus SC | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | SC | Titan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3560 mm |