2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 383 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |