2009 Lexus LS 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 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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 LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | LS | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 98 L |
