2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (370 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 901 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | E | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |