The Dodge Charger Vs. The Dodge Challenger

Melloy Dodge on Coors @ Paseo stocks all makes and models of the Dodge Charger and the Dodge Challenger. You may be ready to ditch your SUV or Minivan for something fun, and we’re here to break down the vehicle specs on each one to help you decide which one better suits your lifestyle!

The Dodge Charger:

-Passenger Seats: 5

-Engine: V6 to V8

-Horsepower: 295 hp

-Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic

-Model Trims: 5

-5.7 L HEMI V8 engine yields 370 hp and 395 lb/ft of torque

Interior Features: 

The Dodge Charger comes standard with power seats and can be upgraded from the standard cloth to the leather interior. Heated and Ventilated seats are also a model upgrade as well. The Charger comes standard with Push-Start, Back up camera, parking sensors, a 7-in display touch screen, Satellite Radio, USB Ports, and also has music adaptations for Apple, Android, and Bluetooth. Each Charger is also equipped with in-car WIFI that can be purchased through the Uconnect platform on your touch screen display. 

The Dodge Challenger: 

-Passengers: 5

-Engine: V6 to V8

-Horsepower: 305 hp

-Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic

-Model Trims: 11

-This 8-cylinder engine produces a maximum of 375 hp and 410 lb/ft of torque

Interior Features: 

The Dodge Challenger is known for its comfortable and spacious interior. With plenty of legroom, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and knob shift, and power seats all come standard in every trim. The Challenger features a stunning 8.4-in display screen. It also features Push-Start, Backup camera, parking sensors, Satellite Radio, USB Ports, and also has music adaptations for Apple, Android, and Bluetooth.

To see and feel the difference yourself, stop in and test drive both today. Melloy Dodge sales associates are extremely knowledgeable and will get you into the car of your dreams. We also offer customizable options, creating a car that is uniquely made to fit your personality.

General Towing Tips With Your RAM

Melloy Dodge is one of the first to welcome Spring, and we love when our customers welcome Spring with a new RAM! In our previous blog, we discussed towing capacities for each base model of our RAMs. Now, let’s go over general towing tips, so you and your family can get safely from point A to point B. 

One of our RAM technicians who also pulls a fifth wheel has given us some things for you to consider. One of the first things you should do is check your tire pressure and mirrors before hitting the road. Then, when pulling a camper, trailer, or fifth wheel, is that you need to leave distance between you and any other vehicles on the road. It is going to take you much longer to stop than it would without towing anything. Be sure to speak to one of our extremely knowledgeable sales associates on current technology and adaptions to your RAM that makes towing safer and more reliable. 

Speaking of current technology, most of our RAM trucks are equipped with forward collision warning sensors that are located on the front of the truck that continuously monitors the vehicle in front of you and will alert you to sudden changes in speed. In the RAM 3500, if the vehicle in front of you brakes hard and you don’t react quickly, the truck will automatically apply the brake for you! Another safety feature that makes towing with RAM more reliable, is the target tire pressure alert system. You can set tire pressure changes for each tire and the truck will alert you to those changes if they happen and can be also be used to alert you when you are filling the tires and have met optimal tire pressure! This feature extends to the tires of the camper, trailer, or fifth wheel that you are towing. 

RAM strives to take the safety of you, your passengers, and others on the road into consideration. While towing equipment can be added, RAM makes it easier for you to confidently and safely get to your desired destinations. Melloy Dodge stocks all makes and models of RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500. Come in today and test drive your new RAM truck!

RAM’s Towing Capacity

Each of our RAM trucks offers separate towing capacities to fit your needs! Before you head to Melloy Dodge’s showroom to purchase your new towing companion here is some helpful information for each model that RAM offers in regards to how much it can tow! 

                                                                               Max Payload                   Max Towing

2021 RAM 1500 Classic (Axle Ratio: 3.55)

Warlock 3.6L V6 24-Valve VVT:                                 1,880lbs                           7,610lbs

2021 RAM 1500 Classic (Axle Ratio: 3.92)

Warlock 5.7L V8 HEMI® MDS VVT:                         1,760lbs                           10,460lbs

 

2021 RAM 1500  (Axle Ratio: 3.55)

Big Horn 3.6L V6 24V VVT eTorque upgrade:           2,010lbs                           7,740lbs

2021 RAM 1500  (Axle Ratio: 3.92)

Big Horn 5.7-Liter V8 HEMI® MDS VVT:                     1,930lbs                          11,650lbs

2021 RAM 2500  (Axle Ratio: 4.10)

Lonestar 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS:               4,380lbs                           17,350lbs

2021 RAM 2500  (Axle Ratio: 3.73)

Lonestar  6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel:               3,060lbs                           20,000lbs

2021 RAM 2500  (Axle Ratio: 4.10)

Big Horn 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS:                 3,890lbs                           16,880lbs

2021 RAM 2500  (Axle Ratio: 3.73)

Big Horn  6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel:                 2,530lbs                         20,000lbs

2021 RAM 3500 (Axle Ratio: 4.10)

Lone Star 6.4L V8 Heavy Duty HEMI MDS:             5,170lbs                              18,000lbs

2021 RAM 3500 (Axle Ratio: 3.73)

Lone Star 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel:                 4,610lbs                             20,940lbs

2021 RAM 3500 (Axle Ratio: 4.10)

Lone Star 6.7L I6 Cummins HO Turbo Diesel Eng:    6,570lbs                              37,100lbs

(1,000 LB-FT)

For further information regarding your towing needs, be sure you have all the information you need to purchase the truck that will give you the power and towing ease you are looking for! When you are calculating your towing weight, you subtract your truck’s curb weight from its gross combined weight. At Melloy Dodge, not only do we have the Truck of the Year for three years in a row, but we are also extremely knowledgeable when it comes towing! Stop in today and test drive your new RAM!

*For more information you can visit RAM’s website and search through their recommended towing capacities for each make and model of truck here.