2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS.
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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250. 2010 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-250 | LS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 84 L |