2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 748 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | E-350 | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
