2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Acadia | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |
