2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-250 | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 66 L |