2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
