2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 142 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 736 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
