2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1483 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |
