2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
