2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS.
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 F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-250 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | F-250 | LS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 84 L |