2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Charger | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |