2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 779 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
