2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | Q7 | Charger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |