2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Lexus HS
To start off, 2012 Lexus HS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Lexus HS. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus HS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 832 kg more than 2012 Lexus HS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus HS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2011 Ford Expedition | 2012 Lexus HS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Expedition | HS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4694 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |