2001 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 83 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | SC | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
