Chrysler vs. Dodge

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chrysler and Dodge contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chrysler and Dodge cars.

When comparing the Chrysler brand to the Dodge brand, Chrysler has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, fuel efficiency and safety. Dodge has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, retained value, vehicle rankings and variety of models offered.

Chrysler versus Dodge: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chrysler versus Dodge pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Dodge in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Dodge also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 6 out of 9 comparisons. And with regards to depreciation, both Chrysler and Dodge models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 4 comparisons.

Chrysler versus Dodge: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Chrysler vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 11 out of 17 model comparisons, with Dodge offering more horsepower in 3 comparisons. Chrysler and Dodge vehicles have similar horsepower in 3 comparisons. Chrysler offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 5 out of 12 comparisons. Dodge vehicles have higher MPG in 3 comparisons, and both Chrysler and Dodge vehicles have the same MPG in 4 comparisons. In 1 comparisons, Chrysler and Dodge have the same towing capacity.

Chrysler versus Dodge: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Chrysler has better safety ratings in 3 out of 4 comparisons. Dodge shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 4 comparisons.

Safest Car Rankings: Chrysler and Dodge each have better car rankings in 1 category. The Pacifica (mini-van) from Chrysler ranks better in Safest Minivans and the Charger from Dodge ranks better in Safest Large Cars.

Available Body Styles: Chrysler offers only 3 minivans. In comparison, Dodge offers 3 SUVs, 1 sedan, and 2 coupes.

Drivetrain Options: Chrysler offers 2 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid. Dodge offers 3 gasoline vehicles, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 1 electric vehicle.

Chrysler offers 1 all-wheel-drive model and 3 front-wheel-drive models. Dodge offers 3 all-wheel-drive models and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.