2006 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
