2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Ford Econoline.
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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3510 mm |
