2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 107 kg more than 1997 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
