2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |