2003 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | SC | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
