2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Explorer | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
