2007 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
