2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Challenger | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |