2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Challenger | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
