2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2005 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Charger Accord
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 65 L


 

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