2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3091 mm |
