2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 634 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250. 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 65 L |
