2003 Lexus SC vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
