2004 Lexus SC vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | SC | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
