2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
