2018 Kia Cadenza vs. 2018 Dodge Charger
In comparing the 2018 Kia Cadenza's and the 2018 Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Kia Cadenza has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2018 Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Kia Cadenza and 2018 Dodge Charger have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Kia Cadenza's and the 2018 Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Dodge Charger is a better car than the 2018 Kia Cadenza.
2018 Kia Cadenza vs. 2018 Dodge Charger Pricing
A used 2018 Kia Cadenza ranges from $16,851 to $29,215 while a used 2018 Dodge Charger is priced between $16,981 to $43,994.
2018 Kia Cadenza vs. 2018 Dodge Charger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Kia Cadenza loses 52.8 percent of its value and the 2018 Dodge Charger loses 36.2 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Dodge Charger retains 16.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Kia Cadenza.
2018 Kia Cadenza vs. 2018 Dodge Charger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Cadenza is 6.8 out of 10 while the Dodge Charger's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Kia Cadenza being ranked 8 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Dodge Charger being ranked 2 out of 8.
2018 Kia Cadenza vs. 2018 Dodge Charger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Cadenza is 7.4 out of 10. For the Dodge Charger the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Charger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Cadenza.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Kia Cadenza’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 2018 Dodge Charger base engine makes 292 horsepower. Both the Cadenza and the Charger are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 518 and 555 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the 2018 Kia Cadenza has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room and rear head room. The 2018 Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Dodge Charger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16851 - 29215
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.528136
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16981 - 43994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.361897
Kia Cadenza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Charger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801323 / 10
Reliability:
8.003971 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Cadenza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
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8 out of / 8Ranking
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8 out of / 8Dodge Charger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Kia Cadenza Trim Levels
Limited, Premium, Technology
2018 Dodge Charger Trim Levels
Daytona, Daytona 392, GT, GT Plus, Police, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3633 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
195.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4020 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
198.4 inches
Wheelbase:
120.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R17