2007 Infiniti M vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
| Model | M | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
