2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. 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 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charger | Sintra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
