2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |