2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Genesis | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |
