2004 Lexus SC vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | SC | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |