Lexus ES 350 vs. Dodge Charger Review

Utility
Neither the Dodge Charger nor the Lexus ES 350 has a marked advantage with respect to seating capacity.

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Charger packs quite a punch and will knock the ES 350 down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Lexus's tank is roughly the same size as the Dodge Charger's, though the Dodge Charger's is a tad larger. The Lexus ES 350 and the Dodge compete for the same parking spaces. The Lexus ES 350's shorter wheelbase will give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. On the other hand, the Charger is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Convenience
You'll quite certainly take the Dodge Charger for a fill-up about as often as the Lexus.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Dodge Charger is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Lexus ES 350. The Lexus ES 350 will save you money at the pump compared to the Dodge Charger. There honestly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Lexus ES 350 is a tad more economical than the Dodge Charger. As far as MSRP, the Dodge Charger doesn't cost much less than the Lexus ES 350.

Drivetrain
The Lexus ES 350 has a more sizeable engine than the Dodge Charger. Note that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Charger could learn a lesson or two from the ES 350 with respect to torque. The Lexus ES 350 packs quite a punch compared to the Dodge in terms of torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Dodge's front cabin compared to the Lexus ES 350. The Dodge provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the ES 350 does.

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