2002 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 866 kg more than 2002 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus GS | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | GS | Expedition |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |