Dodge Charger 2010 vs BMW 5 series 2007
| Body: | Coupe | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.6 Petrol | 4.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 296 HP | 306 HP | |
| Torque: | 353 NM | 390 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 6.2 seconds | |
| Dodge Charger engine produces 10 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 37 NM less than BMW 5 series. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 | 9.7 | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dodge Charger consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dodge Charger could require 180 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 660 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 820 km on highway | 1010 km on highway | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
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Dodge Charger has 4x4: Automatic all-wheel drive (Borg-Warner 44-40 transfer case). Rear wheel drive under normal driving conditions. Front wheels are engaged and up to 38% of torque is sent to the front wheels when at least one of the following conditions occurs: rear wheels spin is detected, windshield wipers are in constant use, outside air temperature is below 0C (32F), transmission is in manual mode, traction control is off. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 142 mm (5.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 5 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 5 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from eleven 4x4 versions of BMW 5 series 2007 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 430'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | Used also on BMW 7 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Dodge Charger might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Dodge Charger 2010 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Dodge Charger 2010 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.08 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.91 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.47 m | |
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Dodge Charger is larger. Dodge Charger is 24 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 6 cm wider, while the height of Dodge Charger is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 467 litres | 520 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Dodge Charger has 53 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. This could mean that the Dodge Charger uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dodge Charger is 0.8 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Dodge Charger can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`220 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 7600 | |
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