2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |