Charging Up: Camera Vs. Car

The Dodge Charger and the Chevy Camaro are two of the most popular muscle cars sold in the US. Both cars have their pros and cons, and choosing between them depends on various factors, including performance, safety, and price. The Camaro is a coupe, while the Charger is a sedan, and this is the most significant difference between the two vehicles. The Camaro also comes in a convertible variant. The base model of the Charger comes with an efficient Pentastar V6 Engine that develops a healthy 292 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. On the other hand, the Camaro's base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine produces 275 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.

The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro has a starting price of $25,905, while the 2018 Dodge Charger starts at $28,495

The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro offers a range of features, including a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a modern infotainment system. The Camaro also has a retro-style exterior design reminiscent of the 1969 model.

On the other hand, the 2018 Dodge Charger comes with a standard 3.6L V6 engine, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a Uconnect infotainment system. The Charger has a bold and muscular exterior design and is available with all-wheel drive.

Both cars offer different features and options, so the choice between the two depends on individual preferences, budget, and specific needs.

The Camaro is a coupe, and the Charger is a sedan

The Charger, on the other hand, is a Dodge sedan. The 2023 Charger comes with five potent powertrains and the SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Jailbreak with 807 horsepower, making it the fastest, quickest, and most powerful sedan ever. The Charger's base model comes with an efficient Pentastar V6 Engine that delivers a healthy 292 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.

The Camaro has better fuel economy

The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro has better fuel economy than the 2018 Dodge Charger. The Camaro's base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine achieves an EPA-estimated 22 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. The Camaro's mid-grade offering, the 3.6-liter V6, gets 19 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.

In comparison, the Charger's 3.6-liter V6 gets an EPA-estimated 19 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. The numbers drop off further with the Charger's higher-powered engines, with the 6.2-liter V8 in the Charger SRT Hellcat getting just 13 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway.

The Camaro's better fuel economy is one of the reasons why it is considered the better choice for American muscle car buyers, along with its stronger acceleration, sharper handling, and lower price.

The Charger has more cargo space

The Dodge Charger has double the amount of cargo space as the Chevrolet Camaro convertible and nearly 50% more than the Camaro coupe. The Charger has 16.5 cubic feet of trunk space, while the Camaro convertible has half that amount at 9.1 cubic feet, and the Camaro coupe has slightly more at 9.3 cubic feet.

The Charger also has good small-item storage throughout the cabin. However, the Charger's trunk lid opens high, making it hard for shorter people to reach. The Camaro, on the other hand, has a narrow trunk opening.

The Charger is a sedan with four doors, making it easier to get in and out of than the Camaro's two-door coupe body style. The Charger also has more seating capacity, accommodating five adults compared to the Camaro's four.

The Charger has a spacious interior, with ample legroom and headroom for taller passengers. The Camaro's back seats are cramped and not suitable for adults or children.

The Charger has more high-end options

The Camaro, on the other hand, is available with an 8-inch touchscreen, a nine-speaker Bose sound system, rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, and wireless smartphone charging. While these features are impressive, the Dodge Charger offers more options for buyers seeking high-end features and upgrades.

In terms of engine power, the Dodge Charger also offers more options. The Charger starts with a 300-horsepower 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 engine, while the Camaro's base-level engine produces 275 horsepower. The Charger offers four engine options in total, including the Supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® SRT Hellcat V8, which delivers an impressive 707 horsepower. The Camaro, in comparison, offers only three engine selections, with the highest output engine topping off at 455 horsepower.

The Dodge Charger also stands out for its spacious interior. It comfortably seats five people, with ample room for three adults in the back seat. In contrast, the Camaro is built for four occupants, with cramped back seats that are not suitable for adults or even children.

Additionally, the Charger has double the cargo space of the Camaro convertible and nearly 50% more than the Camaro coupe. The Charger's cabin is also filled with high-quality materials, giving it a more premium feel compared to the Camaro.

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