2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Charger | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 136 L |