2009 Lexus GX vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 606 kg more than 2009 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GX | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | GX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
