2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 799 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Explorer | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |
