2012 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda Fit would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 797 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Fit | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Fit | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1524 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
