2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Charger and 2009 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 678 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 607 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.
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2009 Dodge Charger | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Charger | 607 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |