2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2006 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
