2007 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus IS 2008 Lexus SC
Make Lexus Lexus
Model IS SC
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 75 L


 

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