2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Charger and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |