2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Challenger and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Challenger | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |