2001 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 637 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus SC | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | SC | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |