2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 199 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |