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Test Hub: Dodge's New Six-Cylinder Charger vs. the Old V

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- Now that we've had the chance to test Dodge's new two-door Charger Sixpack, we wanted to see how it compares with the old Challenger R/T Scat Pack. - In our testing, the V-8 Challenger had more grip and stopped from 70 mph in a shorter distance, though the six-cylinder Charger was quicker to 60 mph. - In addition to having a heavier curb weight, the new gas-fed Charger currently can't be optione...
The strongest version of this narrative acknowledges the Charger Sixpack's impressive straight-line performance while honestly addressing its handling and braking shortcomings. The comparison is framed as a generational shift—turbocharged efficiency versus naturally aspirated tradition—rather than a simple "better or worse" judgment. The article gives credit where due: the Charger's acceleration is objectively quicker, but it doesn't shy away from the weight and tire disadvantages that explain i...