2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Airflite | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
