2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Expedition | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 466 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 84 L |