2005 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 2 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus SC | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | SC | IS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4277 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |