2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Durango | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
