2009 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
