Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Mustang | Dodge Challenger | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 116.0 in | -8.9 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 197.7 in | -9.2 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 75.7 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 57.0 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3501 lb. | 3719 lb. | -218 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 58.2 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 54.7 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.0 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 37.4 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 53.9 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 51.4 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.8 in | 32.6 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.4 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |
2010 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 |