2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 478 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-350 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 71 L |
