2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Charger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |