2004 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 278 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LS. (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus LS | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 66 L |
