1996 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 996 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus ES | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | ES | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3023 mm |