2002 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus SC | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |