2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
