2000 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Passat | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3053 mm |
