2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 71 L |
