2003 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | SC | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
