Dodge Charger vs. Ford Fusion Hybrid Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Ford Fusion Hybrid to the dealership as the Dodge Charger. Producing an exact fuel economy evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Ford Fusion Hybrid is the winner in terms of gas mileage. The Charger is considerably more expensive than the Fusion Hybrid as far as MSRP. The Dodge will cost you a bundle in gasoline every year compared to the Ford Fusion Hybrid.

Utility
Neither the Charger nor the Ford Fusion Hybrid has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity.

Convenience
The Dodge Charger's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Ford Fusion Hybrid.

Comfort
The Dodge Charger is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Ford.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Charger than the Fusion Hybrid because of its larger tank. The Ford and the Dodge Charger compete for the same parking spaces. The Fusion Hybrid's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a sprier feel in daily traffic than the Dodge.

Performance
With that kind of horsepower, the Dodge Charger is a genuine speedster. With respect to horsepower, the Dodge Charger packs quite a wallop and will knock the Ford Fusion Hybrid down a few rungs. On the other hand, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Dodge Charger and the Ford Fusion Hybrid quite certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Ford Fusion Hybrid and the Dodge Charger have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Dodge Charger. The Dodge Charger packs quite a wallop compared to the Ford with respect to torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration. The Ford could learn a lesson or two from the Dodge regarding pickup.

Warranty
The Ford Fusion Hybrid and the Dodge Charger have the same basic warranty.