2005 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.

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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 745 2008 Dodge Charger
Make BMW Dodge
Model 745 Charger
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 2343 kg
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 68 L


 

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