2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 523 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
