2017 Dodge Challenger vs Chevy Camaro Waldorf MD

Features & Specs

Max Horsepower

707 HP

640 HP

Max Torque

650 lb-ft

640 lb-ft

Top Speed

199 mph

198 mph

Active Exhaust System

Standard (All Models)

Limited Trim Option

2017 Dodge Challenger vs 2017 Chevrolet Camaro near Washington, DC

The American muscle-car class is holds one feature above all others-HORSEPOWER. When you square up at the starting line, only one thing counts-what's under the hood! The 2017 Dodge Challenger offers a monumental 707 horsepower, while the 2017 Chevy Camaro offers 640 horsepower, both exceedingly strong submissions for a segment built on speed! This year the powerful engines offer blisteringly fast top speeds and peak performance designed to leave competitors in the literal and metaphoric dust! Learn more about these exceptional muscle cars by reading on below!

2017 Dodge Challenger Power & Handling

The 2017 Dodge Challenger offers an unparalleled amount of engine options and boosts, all designed to deliver the most in performance-based power! The "base" model Challenger SXT offers a 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates 305 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque, while the R/T trim upgrades the engine to a 5.7-liter V8 that produces 372 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque when paired with an automatic transmission. If a manual transmission is more your style, the R/T provides 375 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque. The Challenger R/T Scat Pack upgrades the suspension to a more sport-tuned configuration and adds in Brembo four-piston performance brakes. The 2017 Dodge Challenger Hellcat is the top offering this year, with a ludicrously powerful 6.2-liter V8 engine that delivers 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, peaking at 199 miles per hour and claiming the title of "fastest muscle-car in the world"! The standard Active Exhaust System electronically controls the exhaust, boosting the Challenger's performance while adding to its trademark roar!

2017 Chevrolet Camaro Power & Handling

The 2017 Chevy Camaro is a classic American muscle car that offers plenty of power in 2017! Offered in two model styles, convertible and coupe, the Camaro favors form over function, with a top engine that delivers 640 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque. The 6.2-liter engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission, though an automatic ten-speed can be added as an option. The standard engine is an underwhelming 2.0-liter four-cylinder that offers 275 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, while upgrades include a 3.6-liter V6 that generate 335 hp and 284 lb-ft of torque or a 6.2-liter V8 that provides 455 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque. The engines provide a generally quiet ride, though reviewers expressed displeasure with the grating noises the V6 delivered within the cabin.

2017 Dodge Challenger Features & Design

The 2017 Dodge Challenger embraces its past with vintage-inspired exterior stylings like a high-sill center console, pronounced hood, split-front-grille and stripe decals for the hood and sides. The Challenger may nod to the past, but it doesn't forgo the latest technological gadgets. LED halo front lighting and tail lights quickly remind you that this throwback-inspired vehicle is firmly modern under the hood. Standard features include USB-compatible sound systems, Bluetooth connectivity systems and integrated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features. Optional additions like the Alpine Audio System, a sunroof and navigation systems allow you to customize this driver-centric vehicle with the optimal settings for you! The large trunk is unique to the Challenger, as many competitors offer little to no storage room. The 2017 Dodge Challenger is the ideal vehicle for anyone who wants a speed demon they can rely on for day to day driving!

2017 Chevrolet Camaro Features & Design

The 2017 Chevy Camaro is a sleek offering from Chevrolet, with several option packages and stand-alone features that can be added to make it a more comfortable vehicle. The troubled MyLink interface gets an upgrade, offering easier controls and better quality of use, though voice commands are still stilted and often require bypassing for Siri or Android voice services. The interior is plush, with high quality materials worthy of the Camaro brand, though visibility suffers greatly from thick pillars and a bulky body shape. The trunk is very small with only 9.1 cubic feet of storage, and passengers will not be comfortable in the back seat, which can then be used for more interior storage. The 2017 Chevy Camaro is a powerful vehicle designed more for luxury cruising than day-to-day use.

Conclusions

Power and form are key for the muscle car class, though safety remains a top priority for consumers and both vehicles mentioned offer safety features you want and need! The 2017 Dodge Challenger includes more than 70 standard and optional safety features, like Forward Collision Warnings, Adaptive Cruise Control Systems, Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross-Path Detection. The 2017 Chevy Camaro also offers features like a rearview camera but does not offer advanced safety features like Forward Collision Warnings or Crash Mitigation Systems. When you want the best of the American muscle-car experience, come down to Waldorf Dodge RAM! Let us help you find the perfect car for you, and take the 2017 Dodge Challenger or 2017 Chevy Camaro on a test drive today!

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