2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 467 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LX. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Desert Excursion | LX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1765 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
