2002 Lexus SC vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 9 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 96 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
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, 2011 GMC Terrain, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | SC | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
