2009 BMW M5 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 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M5 | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |