2001 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 222 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Integra | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
