2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Lexus LS.
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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Econoline | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2930 mm |
