2003 Honda Fit vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2003 Honda Fit and 2003 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2003 Lexus SC | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Fit | SC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |