2001 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1043 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | SC | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |