2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 5 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 (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
