2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 406 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
