2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 321 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |