2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2004 Lexus LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LS. (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LS. 2004 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 84 L |
