2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 62 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 (339 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
