2003 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
Because 2003 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 2003 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
