2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 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 202 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Charger | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |