2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | Routan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
