2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Lexus GS (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2005 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. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Ram | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
