2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2001 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Charger | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
