2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
