2007 Ford Territory vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Territory | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
