2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 GMC Envoy. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Envoy.

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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2011 GMC Envoy
Make Dodge GMC
Model Charger Envoy
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6059 cc 4161 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 277 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 83 L


 

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