Article Comments - 2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8

20 messages, Last post on May 21, 2009 at 6:50 AM

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Comparison Test, by Proxy: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 - The 2010 Camaro is a little harder to figure because Chevy won't release official specifications on the production car for some time. But it's not like the car is going to have a four-cylinder turbodiesel and a third row of seats. (more)

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#17 of 20 Sydneysider by aussie6 Sep 26, 2008 (10:25 pm)
Reading the imagined test was interesting, but remember the G8 GT is only based on the Holden SS.The Camero like the G8 GXP will be based on HSV which have tighter suspension and Brembo Brakes which are much better than on SSnot to mention the 6.2 V8. I don't understand why only 402 hp when HSV have 425hp (317kw).
#18 of 20 camaro vs challenger by sheezee Oct 12, 2008 (3:21 pm)
I think challengers are nice, interior and exterior surly came along way. i feel that they've made an car for the future. But, the camaro is by far the best. read the specs, its all there. A "base model" challenger has 250hp, 0-60 5.6 seconds where as a "base model" camaro has 300+ 0-60 4.6seconds.head to head with a mustang GT.
#19 of 20 It is smart to do your homework by blade1022 May 21, 2009 (6:09 am)
The first mistake is the fact that the challenger is offered with 3 different transmissions 1. 6-speed manual TREMEC trans 2. 5-speed automatic W5A580 rally shift aka. NAG trans 3. 4-speed automatic 42RLE only the NAG and TREMEC will be available on the SRT-8 and R/T models while the 4-speed is reserved for the cost effective base model. So with this new information it is impossible to guess what each car can do however the horsepower ratings on the cars are based off the engine not the wheels and the Challenger with the 6-speed will deliver more of it to the road which is why it posts a 0-60 in under 5 seconds and is very close to the 12 sec. mark in the quarter. When the EPA regulations are lifted from the car by a cold air intake, full exhaust, and computer reprogram the 6.1L hemi is capable of producing over 600 hp as demonstrated in mopars drag pack challenger which is available to order for $35,000 at your MOPAR parts dept. as a non-VIN part number. Rob Westside Dodge Parts, Jacksonville, FL Replies to this message: deuuuce (May 21, 2009 6:50 am)
#20 of 20 Re: It is smart to do your homework [blade1022] by deuuuce May 21, 2009 (6:50 am)
Replying to: blade1022 (May 21, 2009 6:09 am) Actually the NAG transmission is very efficient and the difference in drivetrain loss vs. the TREMEC is minimal. Already the 6.1s for years have been running low 13s with the NAG (or I call it the 5A) and some examples of 12s stock. It will take excellent shifting for the manual to equal it (classic auto vs. stick argument). The tune actually helps the NAG more so because the shifting is greatly enhanced. HOWEVER, the 6.1 with a tune, full exhaust and CAI is lucky to make 420rwhp, or 500hp at the crank. 600hp doesn't happen unless FI and/or stroked. If the 600hp motor is offered, it's the 6.4 with I/E/T. Unfortunately the $35k drag pack car is unfinished which is why it seems like such a bargain. And I don't mean unpainted....