1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1999 Ford Expedition and 1999 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Lexus GS (420 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
