2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
