2020 Ford Mustang Reviews: Mustang vs Challenger
2020 Ford Mustang Reviews: Mustang vs Challenger
Posted on September 18, 2020
Here at River City Ford, we absolutely love the Ford Mustang. Every model, from the EcoBoost Fastback, to the BULLITT, to the Shelby GT500, has been carefully crafted to deliver powerful performance and sleek styling. We are so confident in the superiority of this lineup of vehicles that we're willing to put it in a head-to-head challenge: the Ford Mustang vs the Dodge Challenger. Ironically named, since we don't think it poses much of a challenge here.
Models
Ford Mustang
| Model | Price |
| EcoBoost Fastback | $28,873 |
| EcoBoost Convertible | $33,423 |
| EcoBoost Premium Fastback | $32,595 |
| GT Fastback | $33,485 |
| EcoBoost Premium Convertible | $37,334 |
| GT Premium Fastback | $39,852 |
| GT Premium Convertible | $44,938 |
| BULLITT | $50,500 |
| Shelby GT350 | $76,425 |
| Shelby GT350R | $92,420 |
| Shelby GT500 | $94,675 |
Dodge Challenger
| Model | Price |
| SXT | $29,395 |
| GT | $31,795 |
| R/T | $35,290 |
| Scat Pack 392 | $46,995 |
| Scat Pack 392 Widebody | $54,995 |
| SRT Hellcat | $71,745 |
| SRT Hellcat Widebody | $79,745 |
| SRT Hellcat Redeye | $89,745 |
| SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody | $97,745 |
Engines
The Ford Mustang has 5 engine options available that are as follows:
-2.3 L EcoBoost with 310 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque
-2.3 L EcoBoost with High-Performance Package for 330 horsepower
-5.0 L Ti-VCT with 460 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque
-5.2 L NA Ti-VCT V8 with Flat-Plane Crankshaft for 526 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque
-5.2 L Supercharged Cross-Plank Crank V8 with 760 horsepower and 625 lb-ft of torque
What's more, the 5.2 L Supercharged Cross-Plank Crank V8 is the most powerful street-legal Mustang engine to date.
The Dodge Charger also offers 5 engines in their lineup that includes:
-3.6 L Pentastar VVT V6 with 305 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque
-5.7 L HEMI VVT V8 with 372 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque
-6.4 L SRT HEMI V8 with 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque
-6.2 L Supercharged HEMI SRT Hellcat V8 with 717 horsepower and 656 lb-ft of torque
-High-Output 6.2 L Supercharged HEMI SRT Hellcat Redeye V8 with 797 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque
Handling
The Ford Mustang's independent suspension and selectable power-assisted steering deliver crisp, responsive performance while the available MangeRide Damping System keeps your ride smooth. The EcoBoost Handling Package is available with the High Performance Package and includes 19" x 9.5" aluminum wheels, Pirelli Super Sport tires for summer, the MagneRide Damping System, premium brakes, and 3.55 TORSEN limited-slip rear-axle. There's also available selectable drive models that allow you to control the vehicle driving dynamics. The handling and response of the vehicle will adjust based on your selection. Choose from Normal, Snow/Wet, Sport, Track, or Drag Strip.
Meanwhile, the Dodge Challenger offers Class-Exclusive AWD capability on ever V6 model in the lineup. The advanced AWD system has features such as the active transfer case and front-axle disconnect for all-weather control and enhanced fuel economy.