2006 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |