2007 Ford Territory vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Territory | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
