2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
When comparing the 2006 Ford Five Hundred's and the 2006 Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford Five Hundred has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2006 Dodge Charger has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2006 Ford Five Hundred and 2006 Dodge Charger have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Ford Five Hundred's and the 2006 Dodge Charger's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Ford Five Hundred is a better car than the 2006 Dodge Charger.
2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Dodge Charger Pricing
A used 2006 Ford Five Hundred ranges from $2,490 to $8,987 while a used 2006 Dodge Charger is priced between $3,963 to $33,538.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Ford Five Hundred’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the 2006 Dodge Charger base engine makes 250 horsepower. Both the Five Hundred and the Charger are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 500 and 432 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Ford Five Hundred has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2006 Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room. The 2006 Ford Five Hundred and 2006 Dodge Charger are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Dodge Charger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2490 - 8987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3963 - 33538
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.361897
Ford Five Hundred Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Charger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801323 / 10
Reliability:
8.003971 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Five Hundred Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Charger Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Ford Five Hundred Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
2006 Dodge Charger Trim Levels
RT, SE, SRT-8
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
21.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3664 lbs
Width:
74.5 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3727 lbs
Width:
74.5 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
200.1 inches
Wheelbase:
120 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/65R17