2008 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 318 | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |