2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
