2009 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger

To start off, both 2009 BMW 130 and 2009 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 130 2009 Dodge Charger
Make BMW Dodge
Model 130 Charger
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1692 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 68 L


 

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