2002 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus SC.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lexus | Infiniti |
| Model | SC | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
