2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Charger | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |