2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Luxgen |
| Model | Charger | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1768 mm |
