2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1394 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.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | F-250 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 84 L |
