2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 796 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Ram | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |