2005 Lexus SC vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 552 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
