2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Charger would be higher. Both 2012 Dodge Charger and 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 302 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Charger | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
