2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 887 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Expedition | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 72 L |