2006 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS.
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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Lexus | Dodge |
Model | LS | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 93 L |