2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 773 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |