2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2002 Ford Taurus and 2002 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 338 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Taurus | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
