Alright. They're twins. Just not identical. They're fraternal. And you know what that means. They have the same parents. Were born at the same time. Except they don't look alike. Weird, huh? Not really. It happens more than you think. Actually, it's happening right now. Right in front of your eyes sits a 2023 Dodge Challenger and a 2023 Dodge Charger. They're the same—except they're not the same. And honestly, you will probably want both of them.
The Differences between the Twins
So, the difference between these two powerful vehicles can be summed up like this. One is large. The other one is larger. That's it. We're talking about a four-door sedan and a two-door coupe. And while the Challenger is larger than its competitors and offers a functional back seat (full-sized adults can actually fit back there—as well as car seats), the Charger might be a better choice if you're carrying a family in Watsonville or Morgan Hill. Here's their dimensions.
Dodge Challenger- Length: 197.7 Inches
- Height: 57.7 Inches
- Width: 75.7 Inches
- Front Headroom/Legroom: 39.3 Inches/42 inches
- Rear Headroom/Legroom: 37.1 Inches/33.1 Inches
- Cargo Room: 16.2 Cubic Feet
- Passenger Volume: 94 Cubic Feet
- Length: 198.4 Inches
- Height: 57.8 Inches
- Width: 75 Inches
- Front Headroom/Legroom: 38.6 Inches/41.8 inches
- Rear Headroom/Legroom: 36.6 Inches/40.1 Inches
- Cargo Room: 16.5 Cubic Feet
- Passenger Volume: 105 Cubic Feet
The Similarities of the Twins
The Powertrains and Trims- SXT (3.6L V6)
- GT (3.6L V6)
- R/T (5.7L HEMI® V8)
- Scat Pack (6.4L HEMI® V8)
- Hellcat Redeye (6.2L HEMI V8)
- Hellcat Super Stock/SRT Jailbreak (Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® V8)
When you mention a certain trim of either twin, you're talking about horsepower. The 3.6L Chargers bring 292 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque. But the 3.6 Challengers offer 305 horsepower and 268 lb.-ft. of torque. Is it different? Yes. But we still included this setup in the similarities because—well, why not?
The 5.7L HEMI® V8 offers 375 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque. The 6.4L HEMI® rips the highway with 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of torque. The 6.2L HEMI® enters the chat with 717 horsepower and 656 lb.-ft. of torque for the Challenger version—the Charger version offers 717 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque. And the Supercharged 6.2L HEMI® brings 807 horsepower and 707 lb.-ft. of torque.
Packages and Interior Design
Both vehicles offer the same setup inside and out. Both twins mirror standard features like cloth upholstery and a 7-inch infotainment screen. But there's tons of upgrades for these vehicles. You can add features like an 8.4-inch infotainment screen, temperature-controlled Nappa leather seats with Alcantara® suede bolsters, dual-zone climate control, and driver-assistance features. Performance-wise, the list is just as long.
The Dodge Challenger and Charger are also equipped with performance-enhancing additions like Line Lock, Launch Control, and more. These additions allow you to keep track of your performance metrics, get the perfect launch from the start line, and deliver the perfect burnout in Gilroy. The similarities are plentiful between the twins. And the excitement you feel when you're on the road? Well, that adds another similarity.
The Verdict
So, that's it. They're twins. And honestly, the only reason our customers prefer one over the other is their lifestyle. If they don't have a family or don't expect a lot of passengers, they're usually the ones that slide toward the Dodge Challenger. But don't get us wrong. Even if you have a family in Monterey, they'll fit comfortably in the back.
But for those with a larger family or who plan on having passengers in the back more often, the Charger will fit better. They're both great vehicles with incredible power. It's just a matter of which twin fits your lifestyle.
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