2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger 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 165 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
