2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.

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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2010 Dodge Charger
Make Porsche Dodge
Model 911 Charger
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3824 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5083 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1478 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3048 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L


 

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