2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 42 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Dodge Lotec
Model Charger Testa de Oro
Year Released 2009 1997
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3518 cc 4942 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1650 kg


 

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