2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (416 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 757 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
