2005 Lexus SC vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Lexus | TVR |
| Model | SC | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
