2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
