2008 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 846 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | IS | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
