2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Challenger and 2009 Nissan Navara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Navara. 2009 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
