2005 Ford GT vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (637 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
