Pontiac GTO vs Dodge Charger
Overview | |
Years produced1964-1974 | Years produced1966-1978 |
MSRP$31,990 | MSRP$54,995 |
Listings123 | Listings9415 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryLike the original, the modern 2006 Pontiac GTO puts a big engine in a midsize coupe. This time around, the GTO is based on the Holden Monaro, the only suitable rear-drive model in the global General Motors product arsenal. It’s built in Australia and shipped to eager Pontiac performance aficionados in America. | |
Reviews SummaryIt doesn’t have a V8, but the 2026 Dodge Charger does have 550 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged SIXPACK High Output inline-six engine. All-wheel drive is also standard, and additional drive modes mean smoky burnouts, drifting and donuts remain Charger specialties. It’s offered in two- and four-door styles, and there’s plenty of interior room for adult passengers, making it a uniquely powerful and potentially practical American muscle car for the right buyer. Verdict: Who needs a Hemi? It’s not likely to have broad appeal as a family car, but the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack stands out as a truly modern muscle car. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.0L 400 hp V8 | Engine |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower400 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City14 | MPG City |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.0L 400 hp V8 | Engine Name3.0L 550 hp I6 |
Torque400 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque531 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower400 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower550 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space7.0 cu ft | Cargo Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3725 lbs | Curb Weight4816 lbs |
Height54.9 in | Height59.2 in |
Length189.8 in | Length206.6 in |
Width72.5 in | Width79.8 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase121.0 in |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1964-1974 | 1966-1978 |
MSRP | $31,990 | $54,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Like the original, the modern 2006 Pontiac GTO puts a big engine in a midsize coupe. This time around, the GTO is based on the Holden Monaro, the only suitable rear-drive model in the global General Motors product arsenal. It’s built in Australia and shipped to eager Pontiac performance aficionados in America. | It doesn’t have a V8, but the 2026 Dodge Charger does have 550 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged SIXPACK High Output inline-six engine. All-wheel drive is also standard, and additional drive modes mean smoky burnouts, drifting and donuts remain Charger specialties. It’s offered in two- and four-door styles, and there’s plenty of interior room for adult passengers, making it a uniquely powerful and potentially practical American muscle car for the right buyer. Verdict: Who needs a Hemi? It’s not likely to have broad appeal as a family car, but the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack stands out as a truly modern muscle car. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.0L 400 hp V8 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 400 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
MPG City | 14 | |
MPG Highway | 19 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.0L 400 hp V8 | 3.0L 550 hp I6 |
Torque | 400 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 531 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 400 hp @ 5200 rpm | 550 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | |
MPG Highway | 19 | |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 7.0 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3725 lbs | 4816 lbs |
Height | 54.9 in | 59.2 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 206.6 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 79.8 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 121.0 in |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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