1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 2012 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
