2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 192 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (148 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 748 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |