2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
