2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | E-150 | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |