2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 528 kg more than 2010 Dodge Journey.
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, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Journey |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |