2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Durango | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |