Does anyone have BOTH the Challenger & Charger??

Discussion in 'Dodge Challenger General Discussions' started by NC20RT, Dec 27, 2021.

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  1. Dec 27, 2021 at 10:55 AM #1
    NC20RT

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    I always preferred the Challenger in the 'looks' department but I wanted to see if the Charger performed better or similar. Also the general feel between the two.

    I test drove both over the years and twice at the Greenville SC auto shows. I felt that the Charger drove 'bigger' and I have no idea why. Maybe it was the 4 doors or the suspension or interior layout? It was my impression each time I compared the two. Perhaps I was just recalling the old feel of the 1st gen.

    Does anyone have both models or what were your thoughts when test driving both??
     
  2. Dec 27, 2021 at 11:26 AM #2
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    2009 challenger RT, for me and my wife has a 2021 Charger SXT Blacktop edition. I also have a 2021 Ram [​IMG]
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  3. Dec 27, 2021 at 2:59 PM #3
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    The Charger's wheelbase is 4 inches longer, has 4 doors and weighs more (about 125 lbs.).

    Compare the following tables:

    2022 Dodge Challenger

    GT AWD 3.6L 4,088 lbs
    GT RWD 3.6L 3,886 lbs
    R/T RWD 5.7L 4,157 lbs
    R/T Scat Pack RWD 6.4L 4,274 lbs
    R/T Scat Pack Widebody RWD 6.4L 4,298 lbs
    SRT RWD 6.2L 4,430 lbs
    SRT Hellcat RWD 6.2L 4,415 lbs
    SRT Hellcat Redeye RWD 6.2L 4,430 lbs
    SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody RWD 6.2L 4,481 lbs
    SRT Hellcat Widebody RWD 6.2L 4,446 lbs
    SRT Super Stock RWD 6.2L 4,441 lbs
    SXT AWD 3.6L 4,051 lbs
    SXT RWD 3.6L 3,841 lbs

    2022 Dodge Charger

    GT AWD     3.6L 4,205 lbs
    GT RWD 3.6L 4,073 lbs
    R/T RWD 5.7L 4,291 lbs
    Scat Pack RWD 6.4L 4,385 lbs
    Scat Pack Widebody RWD 6.4L 4,385 lbs
    SRT RWD 6.2L 4,586 lbs
    SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody RWD 6.2L 4,586 lbs
    SRT Hellcat Widebody RWD 6.2L 4,586 lbs
    SXT AWD 3.6L 4,205 lbs
    SXT RWD 3.6L 3,964 lbs
     
  4. Dec 27, 2021 at 3:24 PM #4
    NC20RT

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    ^^ Thank you. That helps explain my feelings. I would not have expected it to have a longer wheel base or to be heavier.
     
  5. Dec 27, 2021 at 5:11 PM #5
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    I would think that the main reason why the Charger is heavier is the two rear doors and their crash beams.




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  6. Dec 27, 2021 at 11:02 PM #6
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    We've owned both ... From 2013 to 2016 we had a 2011 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and a 2013 Dodge Charger R/T Plus.

    The Charger was one of the best all around cars we've owned. Great road car and got better highway mileage than my Challenger R/T.
     
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  7. Dec 29, 2021 at 11:01 AM #7
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    This year I've had both a 21 Charger and a 21 Challenger. Both have been great cars and if you have a small family, the Charger is a clear winner! But if not, the Challenger Scat Pack is a clear winner in my opinion! It seems to be quicker by far, and seems to handle better in both track and sport mode. The Charger felt "bigger", but also handled "bigger". Trunks are about the same. Charger is now gone and I am very happy with my Challenger!
     
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  8. Dec 29, 2021 at 11:04 AM #8
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    I currently own both. My daily driver is a 2018 Charger SXT. My weekend toy is a 2020 Challenger Scat Pack (my 3rd since 2011). The Charger drives like a big sedan should. The Challenger drives like a beastly muscle car should. I love them both. Now I just want a Ram 4x4 to complete my collection. [​IMG]


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  9. Dec 29, 2021 at 11:47 AM #9
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    82508DFD-741A-4B8E-8D7F-D75127A4672E.jpeg 1E797F3F-4A7C-4945-A1D2-DD35401654C0.jpeg 55D5AA57-ADA7-465F-9FD0-32913767A868.jpeg D159194A-03F7-4775-878C-E7479FCD1559.jpeg I own both 2012 Charger RT and a 2020 Scat Pack Shaker. I daily a 2015 Ram got the Charger new 2012 when we needed a back sit for the kids. Got the Challenger because I wanted a 6s, Just got the wife a Jeep Wrangler 4XE so the Charger will be stored for the winter.
     
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    ^^^ I am not a truck guy per se but I would make an exception for your Ram pickup. That is one cool looking ride!! :cool:
     
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