2001 Lexus SC vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2001 Lexus SC and 2001 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 262 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | SC | Mustang |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |