2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 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 242 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Charger | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
