2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
