2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Excursion | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |