2007 Lexus LS 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 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus SC. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
