2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
