2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | E-250 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
