2008 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |
