2000 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2000 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2000 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus SC | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
| Model | SC | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2745 mm |
