2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger RT Concept | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 791 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
