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With the Dodge Charger
– which has re-established the famous Dodge performance nameplate –
as a starting point, adding SRT DNA means 6.1-liter, 425-horsepower
HEMI power, world-class ride and handling, benchmark braking,
functional and aggressive-looking exterior enhancements, and a
race-inspired interior.
“The 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 offers more than big-bore SRT power
under the hood,” said Kipp Owen, Director – Street and Racing
Technology, Chrysler Group. “It’s an all-around performance package:
superb handling, tremendous braking and no-nonsense performance
enhancements to the exterior and interior.”
The 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 is capable of all-around performance
that is simply remarkable in a muscle sedan: 0-60 mph in the low
5-second range, quarter-mile time in under 14 seconds, braking
distance from 60 mph in approximately 110 feet and 0.89 g on the
skid pad. The Dodge Charger SRT8 is also capable of accomplishing
SRT’s signature performance test of 0-100-0 mph in less than 17
seconds.
That functional
performance is reflected in the exterior of the 2007 Dodge Charger
SRT8 in the front fascia, which integrates ducts that help direct
fresh air to cool the brakes, and an air dam to reduce lift. The
hood is equipped with a scoop to funnel cool air into the engine
compartment.
The rear fascia features integrated lower strakes to direct air
flow, and aggressive cutouts to accommodate dual 3.5-inch exhaust
tips. A dramatic deck lid spoiler set on dual stanchions increases
downforce for high-speed stability and traction.
Race-inspired interior appointments in the 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8
start with power-adjustable, deeply sculpted and highly bolstered
sport seats in the front, fitted with performance suede inserts to
hold occupants during maneuvering. Rear seats have matching
performance suede inserts. All seats have contrasting red stitching.
Full instrumentation includes a 180-mph speedometer, a
tachometer and a temperature gauge. A light-emitting-diode (LED)
display within the gauge cluster is driver-configurable for oil
temperature, oil pressure and tire pressure readouts.
The 2007 Dodge Charger
SRT8’s 425-horsepower, normally aspirated 6.1-liter HEMI
produces 420 lb.-ft of torque, achieved by adding cubic
inches, increasing the compression ratio, and redesigning the
cylinder head and intake and exhaust systems for better flow and
increased engine speed.
Power for the SRT 6.1-liter HEMI is channeled through a five-speed
automatic transmission with specially calibrated, driver-selectable
Auto Stick, which offers fully automatic or manual shifting
selection.
Chassis enhancements on the 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 include SRT-tuned
dampers, tailored spring rates and suspension bushings, and
large-diameter anti-sway bars. The ride height of the 2007 Dodge
Charger SRT8 is one-half inch lower than the Dodge Charger. Handling
is engineered for performance with an Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) tuned for the 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8.
Benchmark braking performance comes from Brembo four-piston brake
calipers on all four wheels, gripping a vented disc – 360 mm x 32 mm
up front, with 350 mm x 26 mm in the rear. |
