2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Charger | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |