2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2006 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 2006 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
