2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rainier | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
