2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | SSR | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
