1999 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus GS | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | GS | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |