2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. Both 2006 Ford Explorer and 2009 Lexus LS are equipped with a 4,605 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Explorer | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
