2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-150 | IS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |