2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 827 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.5 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
