1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 2006 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Copperhead | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3050 mm |
