2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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 (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Five Hundred | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
