2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Express | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
