1997 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus LS | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | LS | F-150 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |