2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 558 kg more than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Challenger | Challenger |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 5022 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |