2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2008 Ford Explorer and 2008 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Explorer | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |