2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 765 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 84 L |
