2006 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus SC would be higher. 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 78 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 255 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, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2006 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2007 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2007 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | SC | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
