2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus GS.
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, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 1996 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
