2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 84 L |
