Dodge Challenger Dodge Challenger 2009 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2011

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Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $38,290

Dodge Challenger R/T   
Difference: $4,510

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,432

Dodge Challenger R/T   
Difference: $4,120

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092011
ModelChallengerChallengerExplorer
TrimR/TSRT8Limited
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr SUV
Base Price $30,220 $39,970 $37,535
Base Invoice $28,170 $37,047 $34,952
uconnect gps 1,390 1,240  
Electronics Convenience Group 1,445    
R/T Classic Package 3,460    
Sunroof 950 950  
Temporary spare tire 100    
Polished alloy wheels     595
Package 301A     2,250
Panoramic sunroof     1,595
uconnect gps 1,237 1,104  
Electronics Convenience Group 1,286    
R/T Classic Package 3,079    
Sunroof 846 846  
Temporary spare tire 89    
Polished alloy wheels     506
Package 301A     1,913
Panoramic sunroof     1,356
Options (change) 7,345 2,190 4,440
Options (change) 6,537 1,950 3,775
Destination 725 725 825
Gas Tax 0 1,700 0
Total Price $38,290 $44,585 $42,800
Total Invoice $35,432 $41,422 $39,552

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,145
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,030
Model Year200920092011
ModelChallengerChallengerExplorer
TrimR/TSRT8Limited
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr SUV
Engine372hp V8425hp V8290hp V6
TransmissionT5T5T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)276, 6276, 6390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-20245/45-20255/50-20
Total Price$38,290$44,585$42,800
Adjustments for Features0-800-6,655
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,290$43,785$36,145
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,495$0
Total Invoice$35,432$41,422$39,552
Adjustments for Features0-743-6,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,432$40,679$33,402
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,247$0

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Features Comparison: Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year200920092011
ModelChallengerChallengerExplorer
TrimR/TSRT8Limited
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Keyless entry keypad  $50
Power liftgate  $350
Power rear side windows  $200
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Curve control  $50
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Safety key  $5
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500
Temporary spare tire$150 $150
Trailer sway control  $25
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Roof rails  $250
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front  $200
Dual-zone climate control  $125
Interior air filter  $0
Rear air vents$100$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150
Rear HVAC unit  $400
Rear wiper  $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)  $250
Bright-finished fuel door$100$100 
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Hood scoop$100$100 
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof$900$900 
Wheel-lip moldings  $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
DVD-compatible player$0$0 
HD radio  $50
Media drive$15$15 
Navigation, turn-by-turn  $25
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250 
SD Card slot  $25
Surround sound  $250
Traffic + travel information  $25
Traffic information$25$25 
Voice control for external devices  $0
Voice recorder$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250
Performance meter $150 
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Spotter mirror(s)  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Door sill trim plates  $100
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Memory system, driver seat  $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power-stowing third row seats  $1000
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0 
Tailgating position, third row seats  $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,090$3,890$9,745
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$800$6,655
Value of Feature Adjustments0-743-6,150

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Specifications Comparison: Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20092011
ModelChallengerExplorer
Body2dr Coupe4dr SUV
Wheelbase116.0 in112.6 in
Length197.7 in197.1 in
Width75.7 in78.9 in
Height57.0 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,720 lb.4,579 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.0 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.5 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.2 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.7 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.4 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom32.6 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.2 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
16.243.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.280.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger R/T

uconnect gps
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
Voice recorder0No
Total Requested85098%
Total Not Requested152%
Electronics Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Compass0No
Alarm100No
Remote start150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested132593%
Total Not Requested1007%
R/T Classic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels100Yes
Bodyside stripes0No
245/45ZR20 tires200No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Automatic headlights125Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Boston Acoustics, 276W, 6 speakers350No
Total Requested135063%
Total Not Requested80037%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger SRT8

uconnect gps
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
USB port-75Yes
Voice recorder0No
Total Requested65098%
Total Not Requested152%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested67535%
Total Not Requested125065%

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