2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-150 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |
