2004 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC.
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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | SC | F-450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4390 mm |