2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
