2005 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 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 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
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 (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
