2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Lexus LS.
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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Freestyle | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
