2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 71 L |
