2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 7 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 607 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus GS. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (371 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
