2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 723 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2009 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2009 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | LX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 93 L |
