2005 Acura CL vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | CL | Charger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |