2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 5 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 728 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Charger | 123 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |