2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Challenger | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
