2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 546 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
