2005 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LS | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
