2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 606 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Phaeton | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2297 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
