2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
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, 2009 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | RX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
