2006 Lexus IS 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 IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS 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 137 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2006 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | IS | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
