2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (529 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
