2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Lexus SC
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 SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
