2011 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus IS would be higher. Both 2011 Lexus IS and 2013 Ford Explorer are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 609 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | IS | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
