2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Charger and 2005 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.

Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Charger 2005 Jeep Wrangler
Make Dodge Jeep
Model Charger Wrangler
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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