2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 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 107 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2009 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
