2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Lexus GX.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2800 mm |
