2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX 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 226 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 969 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 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 Ford C-MAX. 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) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |