2019 Dodge Challenger vs Ford Mustang Temecula CA

Features & Specs

Engine displacement

3.6-liter

2.3-liter

Drivetrain

Rear wheel drive

Rear wheel drive

Transmission

8-speed shiftable automatic

6-speed manual

Fuel Capacity

18.5 gal.

15.5 gal.

2019 Dodge Challenger vs 2019 Ford Mustang near Murrieta, CA

We know that people love to sit behind the wheel of a vehicle and instantly feel their heart rate increase when they press the pedal to the floor! Finding the right vehicle that meets your need for speed can be a stressful process when there are so many great options on the market today. We are comparing two of the best models on the market, the 2019 Dodge Challenger and the Ford Mustang, to help you find the model that is capable of getting your blood pumping and meets the needs of your lifestyle. Keeping reading to learn more!

2019 Dodge Challenger Power & Handling

The 2019 Dodge Challenger offers a wide variety of engines for drivers to choose from. The standard engine is a 3.6-liter V6 that pumps out 305 horsepower and 268 pound-feet of torque. RWD is standard with this engine but you can opt for available AWD. Other engine options include a 5.7-liter V8 that deploys 375 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque and a 6.4-liter V8 that creates up to 485 horsepower and 475 pound-feet of torque. Entering the Hellcat arena, you will find two more engines. The SRT Hellcat is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8 that kicks out 717 hp and 656 lb-ft of torque while the SRT Hellcat Redeye is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8 that pumps out 797 hp and 707 lb-ft of torque. Each V8 powered Challenger comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission but you can opt for the available six-speed manual transmission on all models except the SRT Hellcat Redeye.

2019 Ford Mustang Power & Handling

Just three engines are available to power the 2019 Ford Mustang. The standard engine, a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 produces 310 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. The second engine available is a 5.0-liter V8 that generates 460 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. The final engine is a 5.2-liter V8 that deploys 526 horsepower and 429 pound-feet of torque. All Mustang models are outfitted with rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission. You can opt for an automatic 10-speed transmission with all models except Shelby variants.

2019 Dodge Challenger Features & Design

There are six Dodge Challenger trim levels available for the 2019 model year. Standard features include dual-zone automatic climate control, 18-inch wheels, Bluetooth, keyless entry and ignition, a rearview camera, a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB ports, a six-speaker sound system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The upper trim levels are outfitted with features like remote ignition, a sport steering wheel with shift buttons, upgraded brakes, active sport exhaust, an 8.4-inch touchscreen, higher-performance sport-tuned suspension, performance-related in-car apps, premium speakers, configurable driving modes, Brembo performance brakes, dual-snorkel hood, quad exhaust tips, and so much more!

2019 Ford Mustang Features & Design

There are five Mustang trim levels available for the 2019 model year. The standard features include 17-inch wheels, keyless entry and ignition, a six-speaker sound system, a 4.2-inch central display screen, Bluetooth, two USB ports, manual cloth seats, and a rearview camera. The upper trim levels add more creature comforts include an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, nine-speaker sound system, power-adjustable seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and rear parking sensors. Most of the features you are looking for are tucked away behind expensive packages.

Conclusions

It is clear to see that the 2019 Dodge Challenger is the one to drive. The Mustang tries to keep up but with a less powerful engine lineup and essentially no features, the Challenger leaves it in the dust! Interested in learning more about the Challenger? Check out the other reviews we have linked below!

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