2005 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Lexus SC and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
