2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 71 L |
