2004 Lexus SC vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2004 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | SC | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
