2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Charger and 2005 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Vector M12.
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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2005 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2005 Vector M12 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 | 2005 Vector M12 | |
Make | Dodge | Vector |
Model | Charger | M12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |