2011 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Challenger and 2011 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 945 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 2011 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2404 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
