2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-150 | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
