2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (245 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1707 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Excursion | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 71 L |