2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1993 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1993 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Expedition | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 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 | 2856 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |