2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 608 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |