2000 Saturn LW vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Saturn | Dodge |
| Model | LW | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
