2008 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger

To start off, both 2008 BMW X6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (341 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 BMW X6.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X6 2008 Dodge Charger
Make BMW Dodge
Model X6 Charger
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4399 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 341 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 827 Nm 529 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 2343 kg
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1900 mm


 

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