2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Charger | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |