2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 84 L |
