2007 Lexus SC vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC.
Because 2007 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SC (431 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus SC | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | SC | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
