2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 586 kg more than 2002 Lexus GX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2002 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
