2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 53 kg more than 1998 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 1998 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Expedition | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1715 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |