2009 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Altima | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
