2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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 2004 Toyota Camry. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
