2007 Lexus RX vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | RX | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
