2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 988 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
