2005 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 557 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
