2002 Lexus SC vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | SC | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
