2002 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 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 87 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 441 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus SC | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | SC | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |