2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 6 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, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1567 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 (759 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Excursion | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |
