2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Rodeo would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Charger | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
