2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
