2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 165 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |