2003 Lexus SC vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2003 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
