2008 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2008 Honda Fit and 2008 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus SC weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Fit | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |