2016 Chevy Camaro vs. Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat: Release Date, Specs, Price, and Review

By Mark Aserit
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The sixth edition of Camaro has significant improvement regarding weight, engine power and speed. It also won the 2015 Motor Trend's Car of the Year. Now, will the new state-of-the-art eight-speed automatic transmission of 2015 Dodge Charger outlast Camaro? Let's find out.

Engine Power

For the new generation of Chevy, the car is equipped with an Alpha system that improves handling, eliminates body grunts and groans; and reduces chassis flex. According to Motor Trend editor-in-chief Edward Loh, the car is ""is one of the finest driving vehicles in the world at any price."

The car boasts a 335-horsepower, 284-lb-ft of torque, 3.6-liter V-6 and GM's new eight-speed automatic transmission. Also, the V6 provides enough power for the car to make quick maneuvers, without the risk of overpowering the rear tires.

As for fuel economy, it consumes 18 miles per gallon, a number that swells to 27 during highway jaunts, a review from AutoGuide wrote. Moreover, this car can return an average of 21 mpg, and accelerates at 60 miles an hour in the mid five-second range.

On the other hand, the Charger Hellcat's engine capabilities can compete with an engine power of 2016 Camaro. The Charger Hellcat delivers ultimate performance with 707hp, 650 lbs of torque, a top speed of 204 mph (328 km).

It also boasts as the world's most powerful and fastest sedan after it qualified in National Hot Rod Associations (NHRA) certification. Charger Hellcat had a record of 11 seconds at the distance of quarter-mile on street tires.

Moreover, the car has different fuel-efficient engine options such as the new 6.2-litre supercharged HEMI Hellcat V8 engine that can pump 650 lbs of torque.

Design and Interiors

The 2016 Chevrolet has major improvements from wheel to body, gesture and overall design. The car is one fine-looking automobile with stunning proportions. Some car reviewers described it as "sexy yet sporty car. "

Inside, drivers can use a simple eight-inch configurable HD touch screen that shows all kinds of data straight from the internet. It can give information about travel routes and access to MyLink framework.

One of the best things in Camaro's interior is its climate control system. The temperature and fan-speed controls are installed in trim rings surrounding the lower air vents that present a brilliant interface.

After Camaro, now let's take a look at the design and interior of Charger Hellcat. The car features redesigned hood, fenders, headlamps, tail lamps, front doors, and spoiler. It has also chiseled, nimble and lighter-weight look.

"Dodge designers have resculpted nearly every single body panel of the Dodge Charger for 2015, giving it a sleek, nimble appearance," Marco Tronchi, CEO of Dodge Middle East, sad in a statement published in Khaleej Times.

Its navigation system is equipped with 3-D navigation map graphics, one-step voice-controlled digital assistant, and Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus system.

Price

The price of 2016 Chevy Camaro ranges from $27,000 to $37,000 depending on the horsepower. For the Charger Hellcat, it has a base price of $59,996, according to Driversrt.com.

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