Chrysler vs. Volkswagen

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chrysler and Volkswagen contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chrysler and Volkswagen cars.

When comparing the Chrysler brand to the Volkswagen brand, Chrysler has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing and horsepower. Volkswagen has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, depreciation, fuel efficiency, retained value and variety of models offered.

Chrysler versus Volkswagen: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chrysler versus Volkswagen pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Volkswagen in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. In contrast, Chrysler has lower used vehicle starting prices in 2 out of 3 vehicle comparisons. Volkswagen models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons.

Chrysler versus Volkswagen: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Chrysler vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 4 model comparisons, with Volkswagen offering more horsepower in 1 comparisons. Chrysler and Volkswagen vehicles have similar horsepower in 1 comparisons. Volkswagen offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 2 out of 3 comparisons. Both Chrysler and Volkswagen vehicles have the same MPG in 1 comparisons.

Chrysler versus Volkswagen: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Over 1 comparisons, Chrysler and Volkswagen vehicles tie for safety. Volkswagen shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.

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Available Body Styles: Chrysler offers only 3 minivans. In comparison, Volkswagen offers 5 SUVs, 2 sedans, 2 hatchbacks, and 1 minivan.

Drivetrain Options: Chrysler offers 2 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid. Volkswagen offers 8 gasoline vehicles and 2 electric vehicles.

Chrysler offers 1 all-wheel-drive model and 3 front-wheel-drive models. Volkswagen offers 7 all-wheel-drive models, 7 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.