2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 2 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 259 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 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Charger | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
