2009 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
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, 2010 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2010 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 Weight | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
