2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Charger E
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1572 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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