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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). 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 258 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). 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 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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