Totally torn between camaro and challenger. - Page 7

doubleruff · 08-22-2016, 10:33 AM

I am also in the Camaro or Challenger predicament. I've been a diehard mustang guy since before I could drive. Have had a few over the years. The S550 isn't doing it for me.

Went to the dealership and drove a 2SS, immediately fell in love. Unfortunately my wife likes the Challenger in terms of both looks and size. We have a 5 year old who would need a car seat in the back and the Challenger would definitely make it easier, but it's not the same lol. I already agreed to get an automatic, at least let me pick the vehicle

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TransAmx2 · 08-22-2016, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by doubleruff

I am also in the Camaro or Challenger predicament. I've been a diehard mustang guy since before I could drive. Have had a few over the years. The S550 isn't doing it for me.

Went to the dealership and drove a 2SS, immediately fell in love. Unfortunately my wife likes the Challenger in terms of both looks and size. We have a 5 year old who would need a car seat in the back and the Challenger would definitely make it easier, but it's not the same lol. I already agreed to get an automatic, at least let me pick the vehicle

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Go test drive a Scat Pack or SRT and see how you like it, you might be surprised, it's a great car for how big it is, you might not consider it as much of a compromise as you think. I still prefer the Camaro but I wouldn't regret a 6.4L Challenger.

pjz1082 · 08-22-2016, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by doubleruff

I am also in the Camaro or Challenger predicament. I've been a diehard mustang guy since before I could drive. Have had a few over the years. The S550 isn't doing it for me.

Went to the dealership and drove a 2SS, immediately fell in love. Unfortunately my wife likes the Challenger in terms of both looks and size. We have a 5 year old who would need a car seat in the back and the Challenger would definitely make it easier, but it's not the same lol. I already agreed to get an automatic, at least let me pick the vehicle

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Here's a pic of my 4yr old in a car seat. Little ones fit just fine. Just a little help if the wife is gives you a hard time on the car seat thing

Razzaa · 08-22-2016, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by pjz1082

Here's a pic of my 4yr old in a car seat. Little ones fit just fine. Just a little help if the wife is gives you a hard time on the car seat thing

Yup. My 3 year old fits fine as well. Even with my wife in the front passenger seat. The wife is 5'10" and is comfortable with the kid behind her.

doubleruff · 08-22-2016, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by pjz1082

Here's a pic of my 4yr old in a car seat. Little ones fit just fine. Just a little help if the wife is gives you a hard time on the car seat thing

That is awesome, thank you very much. Sooner or later she will give in.... or I'll end up coming home in one and will have to deal with the consequences

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scrape · 08-24-2016, 05:09 AM

I was in the same predicament back in April and decided to go with a Challenger SRT 392. My buddy ended up getting a 2SS. BOTH are great cars but the Camaro is a many people say are great as a 2 seater. The Challenger is definitely better to handle your needs.

motorhead · 08-24-2016, 06:00 AM

So are we still on the fence ,or are we out driving our new whatever?

vet757 · 08-24-2016, 07:20 AM

I was in the predicament....but with all the issues Ive had with Dodge Im NEVER buying one again. Sure brands have their issues but Dodge does not try to fix the issue, they would put a "band aid" on it and call it good. Had issues with electronics and A/C constantly.....lesson learned DONE with Dodge. Couldn't be happier with my choice.

cerino2000 · 08-25-2016, 07:06 PM

Challenger all the way. I've owned 10 challengers, 10 corvettes, more Fbody's then I can keep track of and currently own both a scat pack and a 5th gen camaro. As soon as you mentioned the kid factor, the answer became challenger. I did shop the 6th gen before I bought my scat pack but for me the camaro has nothing on the challenger. Challenger sounds better (yes 6th gen had NPP), has a fatter power curve, and has a lot more room. My camaro is very cramped. I like roominess. However...if I was a canyon carver...the camaro would be my choice. Just my opinion.

Rampant · 09-01-2016, 11:18 AM

I was between the 2 myself. I sold an SRT8 Magnum to get into a Challenger SRT as a daily driver. I need to take adults in the back seat from time to time and the Challenger will hold a 6 footer in the back.

I still have a modded 99 Formula with a 7.5L LS7 that can really eat up corners, so the cushier ride will not be to bad in Challenger.

Pretty happy with the SRt so far. I would love a ZL1, but it is too much for a winter car. The 392 will be hand full as it is.

Good luck, both nice cars, the Challenger is more of a GT cruiser than the Camaro.

oldman · 09-01-2016, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Zxmustang

Guys I have been shopping for a car, and I find myself totally torn between the 6th gen 2SS A8 and the Challenger R/T Scat pack A8. Both cars are loaded up and have very similar amenities. But a few of the features are holding me back.

First is the challenger lacks the HUD. Im in love with that hud and Im sure I would use it every time I drive.

But the camaro's manual shift paddles feel disconnected and useless. The car seems to still decide when it wants to shift, vs the challenger paddles. Those are by far the best paddles I have ever used. Almost instant response/shift, and you can actually use them all the time if you want and get the real manual feel. This is a big one. When I test drove the challenger, I couldnt keep my fingers off them. Very addicting.

Now there is also the issue of seating. I have a family of 5. Me, the wife and our three littles. They are all under 6 tho, so three car seats. Yeah I could take them in the camaro minus the wife(she doesnt care), but I wouldnt want to. The challenger is fine in this respect. Seating for 5 so no problem,.

And lastly I love how sports car like the camaro is vs that muscle car challenger. I would rather have a car that I can race around in rather than one I need to muscle around in.

So honestly Im looking at opinions from here. Mostly from guys with 3 small kids or people that shopped both cars. I know I would LOVE either car, but I dont want to be regretting the decision wishing I got the other. And yes the mustang is a possibility too, but Im not a huge fan of the looks.

Any help would be appreciated.

Challenger sits 3 in the back it is you only option. I owned a Challenger for 7 years, I have 3 kids they are driving now so Camaro.

KenH. · 09-01-2016, 12:37 PM

If i was buying for fun and family in mind I would get the chevy SS. It may not beat the scat in a straight line but it will toast it as soon as you get to turn the steering wheel. I really really like the SS. If I'm ever rich enough to have a loaded ltz duramax, a camaro ss, and a family car the SS is my pick hands down.

If you are looking for a fun car and family convenience is low on the requirements scale get the camaro. You will love it! I have the manual but I believe i read somewhere on these forums that it's a particular setting (maybe competition mode) that you need to be in to get the instant shifts from the paddles.

Speedy1975 · 09-01-2016, 01:56 PM

No WAY I'd get a SS over a Challenger. Not even in the same league.

jdasnt3 · 09-01-2016, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Speedy1975

No WAY I'd get a SS over a Challenger. Not even in the same league.

Agreed after driving both myself. Charger SRT or Scat is even better for when directly comparing with the SS.

08-24-2016, 05:09 AM	#90
scrape Drives: 2018 BMW M2 LCI Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 83	I was in the same predicament back in April and decided to go with a Challenger SRT 392. My buddy ended up getting a 2SS. BOTH are great cars but the Camaro is a many people say are great as a 2 seater. The Challenger is definitely better to handle your needs. __________________ 2018 BMW M2 LCI Long Beach Blue DCT

09-01-2016, 11:18 AM	#94
Rampant Drives: 1999 Firebird Formula WS6 455ci LS7 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Burlington Ont. Posts: 57	I was between the 2 myself. I sold an SRT8 Magnum to get into a Challenger SRT as a daily driver. I need to take adults in the back seat from time to time and the Challenger will hold a 6 footer in the back. I still have a modded 99 Formula with a 7.5L LS7 that can really eat up corners, so the cushier ride will not be to bad in Challenger. Pretty happy with the SRt so far. I would love a ZL1, but it is too much for a winter car. The 392 will be hand full as it is. Good luck, both nice cars, the Challenger is more of a GT cruiser than the Camaro. __________________ 1999 Firebird Formula WS6 - 455ci LS7

08-22-2016, 10:33 AM	#85
doubleruff Drives: 2003 Mustang GT Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Crystal River, FL Posts: 2	I am also in the Camaro or Challenger predicament. I've been a diehard mustang guy since before I could drive. Have had a few over the years. The S550 isn't doing it for me. Went to the dealership and drove a 2SS, immediately fell in love. Unfortunately my wife likes the Challenger in terms of both looks and size. We have a 5 year old who would need a car seat in the back and the Challenger would definitely make it easier, but it's not the same lol. I already agreed to get an automatic, at least let me pick the vehicle .

08-24-2016, 06:00 AM	#91
motorhead Drives: Love the one you're with Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Downtown Charlie Brown Posts: 11,849	So are we still on the fence ,or are we out driving our new whatever?

08-24-2016, 07:20 AM	#92
vet757 Drives: ^^^This Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 747	I was in the predicament....but with all the issues Ive had with Dodge Im NEVER buying one again. Sure brands have their issues but Dodge does not try to fix the issue, they would put a "band aid" on it and call it good. Had issues with electronics and A/C constantly.....lesson learned DONE with Dodge. Couldn't be happier with my choice.

08-25-2016, 07:06 PM	#93
cerino2000 Drives: C6 Vette Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC Posts: 88	Challenger all the way. I've owned 10 challengers, 10 corvettes, more Fbody's then I can keep track of and currently own both a scat pack and a 5th gen camaro. As soon as you mentioned the kid factor, the answer became challenger. I did shop the 6th gen before I bought my scat pack but for me the camaro has nothing on the challenger. Challenger sounds better (yes 6th gen had NPP), has a fatter power curve, and has a lot more room. My camaro is very cramped. I like roominess. However...if I was a canyon carver...the camaro would be my choice. Just my opinion.

09-01-2016, 12:37 PM	#96
KenH. Drives: 2016 2SS M6 NPP MRC Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Graham, NC Posts: 190	If i was buying for fun and family in mind I would get the chevy SS. It may not beat the scat in a straight line but it will toast it as soon as you get to turn the steering wheel. I really really like the SS. If I'm ever rich enough to have a loaded ltz duramax, a camaro ss, and a family car the SS is my pick hands down. If you are looking for a fun car and family convenience is low on the requirements scale get the camaro. You will love it! I have the manual but I believe i read somewhere on these forums that it's a particular setting (maybe competition mode) that you need to be in to get the instant shifts from the paddles.

09-01-2016, 01:56 PM	#97
Speedy1975 FASTER! Drives: Challenger Hellcat, 2SS Camaro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Middle Tennessee Posts: 2,244	No WAY I'd get a SS over a Challenger. Not even in the same league.

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