2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (312 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |