2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
