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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 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. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 387 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). 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 | 4604 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2969 mm |
