2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 402 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Charger SLK
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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