2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |