2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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. Both 2007 Toyota Hilux and 2003 Toyota Crown are equipped with a 2,982 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 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:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
