2009 Lexus ES 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 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus ES 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 96 more horse power than 2009 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES, 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus ES. (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus ES | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Lexus | Dodge |
Model | ES | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |