Model Year | 2009 | 2019 | |
Model | Dodge Challenger | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 372 hp@5200 401 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 103.8 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 167.6 in | 30.1 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 70.8 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 58.2 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4041 lb. | 3300 lb. | 741 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 55.9 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.2 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.9 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.6 in | 35.6 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.2 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -37.5 ft3 |
2009 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The most comfortable seats I have ever been in can drive all day and back does not hurt. see full Dodge Challenger review |
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