2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 174 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |