2001 Acura TL vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
Because 2008 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | TL | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
