2002 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | SC | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
