2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 Lexus ES is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2008 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
