2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |