2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Durango | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 357 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 466 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 84 L |