2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Econovan | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
