2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 146 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 913 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (428 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 915 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
