2011 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2011 Lexus ES and 2011 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 119 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Lexus ES (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford S-Max. 2011 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus ES | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | ES | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
