2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 451 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escape | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 84 L |
