2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
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 LS (521 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 84 L |
