2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
