2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Silverado | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |