2009 Acura TL vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TL | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |