2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 709 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 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 125 L |
