2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 161 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
