2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 257 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |