2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano 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 215 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Charger | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
