2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 120 | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |