2003 Lexus SC vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 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 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2980 mm |
