2001 Lexus SC vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey 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 102 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 268 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | SC | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
