1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
