2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 70 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |