2023 Dodge
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 13 - 19 MPG | 23 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 22 - 30 MPG | 33 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 1 - 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Manual | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 303 - 717 hp | 241 hp |
| Exterior Length | 197.5 - 197.9 in | 168.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.7 in | 70.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 33.1 in |
Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.0 in |
| Head Room |
Front 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Golf GTI than the Dodge Challenger, due to its greater head- and legroom.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, the Dodge Challenger may be a little roomier and more comfortable for the driver and front seat passengers.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Dodge Challenger as you will with the Volkswagen Golf GTI, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Dodge Challenger is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Dimensions
Since the Dodge Challenger is much wider than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Dodge Challenger, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Handling
The Dodge Challenger has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Golf GTI, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Dodge Challenger has a much more powerful engine than the Volkswagen Golf GTI. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Dodge Challenger does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Dodge Challenger and the Volkswagen Golf GTI.