2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 206 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Dakota | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
