2006 Lexus LS vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LS | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | LS | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |
