2003 Lexus LX vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 449 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
