2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LFA. (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | LFA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |
