1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 12 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, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
