2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 852 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord, 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 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Charger | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |