2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.

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 Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Durango 2007 Dodge Charger
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Durango Charger
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 2343 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 72 L


 

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