2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2003 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | GX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
