Dodge Charger vs. Lexus ES 350 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Charger is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Lexus ES 350. The Dodge Charger uses a lot of gas compared to the ES 350. The Lexus won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Dodge Charger. The ES 350 isn't much more expensive than the Dodge Charger with respect to MSRP.

Utility
The Dodge Charger and the Lexus can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll most definitely take the Dodge Charger for a fill-up approximately as often as the ES 350.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Dodge Charger's front cabin compared to the ES 350. The ampler interior dimensions of the Dodge Charger make it substantially more spacious for your passengers than the ES 350.

Dimensions
The Lexus ES 350's tank is almost the same size as the Dodge Charger's, though the Dodge Charger's is a bit bigger. The Lexus ES 350 and the Charger compete for the same parking spaces. The Lexus ES 350's shorter wheelbase will give a more agile feel in daily traffic. However, the Dodge Charger is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Performance
Regarding horsepower, the Dodge Charger packs quite a wallop and will knock the ES 350 down a few rungs. On the flip side, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the ES 350 and the Dodge Charger quite certainly handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Lexus ES 350 has a more sizeable engine than the Dodge Charger. Remember that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. The Dodge Charger could learn a lesson or two from the Lexus ES 350 in terms of torque. The Lexus ES 350 packs quite a wallop compared to the Dodge Charger in terms of torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Dodge Charger isn't quite as generous as the Lexus ES 350's.