2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (301 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |