2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Expedition | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 Length | 5250 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 84 L |