2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2007 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Excursion | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 84 L |
