2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | E-350 | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |