2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 858 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
