2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 929 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2012 Lexus RX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-150 | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |