2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Charger and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 656 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Charger | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |