2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Lexus GX

To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Freestar 2011 Lexus GX
Make Ford Lexus
Model Freestar GX
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3900 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 446 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1851 kg 2406 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1885 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 87 L


 

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