2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger 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 241 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
