2004 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 118 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:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 118 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
