2006 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2006 Lexus SC and 2006 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus SC | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |