2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 445 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 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | ES |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
