2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 656 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2011 Lexus GX | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Ram | GX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 87 L |