2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |