2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Holden Caprice. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Caprice.
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 (570 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Caprice. (530 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2008 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
