2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Saab | Dodge |
| Model | 05-Sep | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 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 | 1578 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
