2007 Ford Territory vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Territory | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3969 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
