2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2010 Dodge Challenger and 2010 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2010 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6100 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |