2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1989 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Excursion | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
