2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2003 Lexus GX | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Durango | GX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |