2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-250 | IS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |