2005 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus LS | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | LS | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 125 L |