2009 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (464 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 371 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | GT | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
