2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 418 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1994 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
