2009 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 137 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | GS | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |