2001 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2001 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Juke |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
