2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 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 83 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |