2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept vs. 2005 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | 2005 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger RT Concept | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 791 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
