2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Lexus LX
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 Lexus LX. 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 Expedition (476 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus LX. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2002 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | LX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
