2009 Acura TL vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TL | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |