2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 121 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Picanto | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
