2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 662 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charger | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |
