2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 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 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 813 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 607. 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 Peugeot 607, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Charger | 607 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2304 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
