2004 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3240 mm |