2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 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:

2003 Chevrolet Corvette 2009 Dodge Charger
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Corvette Charger
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 483 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1692 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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