2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Excursion | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
