2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
