2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-250. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | E-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |