Dodge Challenger

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Dodge Challenger

USA vs USA β€” 2008 vs 2008

Dodge Challenger (2008)
Dodge Challenger (2008)
Specifications
Challenger SRT-8Challenger SRT8 392
Horsepower470 hp470 hp
Torque470 lb-ft470 lb-ft
Engine Size6,059 cc6,424 cc
0-60 mph4.5 sec4.3 sec
Top Speed170 mph174 mph
ΒΌ Mile12.6 sec12.6 sec
Wheelbase2,946 mm2,946 mm
Length5,022 mm5,022 mm
Value (Excellent)$50,000$65,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity2/102/10
The Verdict

Numbers favor the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 with quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT-8 offers its unique character, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Dodge Challenger. The 2008 and 2008 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT-8 producing 470 hp and the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 delivering 470 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 edges ahead at 4.3 seconds versus 4.5 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.