2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
