2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.

Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Charger 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Charger CLS
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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