2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 1642 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 2011 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX 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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 93 L |
