2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
