2001 Lexus SC vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | SC | LS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |