2005 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, both 2005 Lexus SC and 2005 Tata Mint 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Lexus | Tata |
| Model | SC | Mint |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
