2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 BMW 320

To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 838 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Charger 2008 BMW 320
Make Dodge BMW
Model Charger 320
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5653 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 63 L


 

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