2002 Lexus SC vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | SC | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
