2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 979 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-150 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 493 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 84 L |