2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Charger and 2009 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Charger | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 296 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |