2008 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 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 20 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 130 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
