2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS.
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, 2009 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Ram | IS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |