2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 SSC Aero

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Charger and 2009 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 812 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.

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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1018 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2009 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2009 SSC Aero 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 2009 SSC Aero
Make Dodge SSC
Model Charger Aero
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3518 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 250 HP 1062 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 1357 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1293 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1090 mm


 

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