2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 794 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
