2003 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown. 2003 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Crown | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
