2001 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | SC | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |