2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Challenger | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
