2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 106 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Charger S
Year Released 2009 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6059 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1854 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 88 L


 

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