Dodge Challenger GT vs. Nissan GT-R NISMO
When we compare the Dodge Challenger GT's and the Nissan GT-R NISMO's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger GT has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Nissan GT-R NISMO has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Challenger GT's and the Nissan GT-R NISMO's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger GT is a better car than the Nissan GT-R NISMO.
Dodge Challenger GT vs. Nissan GT-R NISMO Pricing
For a new model, the Dodge Challenger GT's price is between $33,364 and $46,619, with the Nissan GT-R NISMO priced between $213,115 and $242,120.
Dodge Challenger GT vs. Nissan GT-R NISMO Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Challenger GT loses 24.4 percent of its value and the Nissan GT-R NISMO loses 32 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Challenger GT retains 7.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan GT-R NISMO.
Dodge Challenger GT vs. Nissan GT-R NISMO Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Challenger is 7.9 out of 10 while the Nissan GT-R's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Challenger being ranked 2 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Nissan GT-R being ranked 9 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars.
Dodge Challenger GT vs. Nissan GT-R NISMO Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Challenger is 8.0 out of 10. For the Nissan GT-R the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Challenger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan GT-R.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Challenger GT’s base engine makes 303 horsepower, and the Nissan GT-R NISMO base engine makes 600 horsepower. The GT is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The NISMO is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. This gives the Dodge Challenger GT the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan GT-R NISMO. The GT uses regular unleaded, and the NISMO uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the Dodge Challenger GT has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan GT-R NISMO has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Dodge Challenger GT has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$33,364 - $46,619
Used Asking Price:
$33,631 - $44,760
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
24.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$213,115 - $242,120
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32%
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan GT-R Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Challenger Rankings
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4 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Nissan GT-R Rankings
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2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
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7 out of / 40Ranking
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24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
R/T, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack Widebody, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody, SRT Hellcat Widebody, SXT
Other Nissan GT-R Trim Levels
Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
303 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
481 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.155 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3886 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3867 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40ZR20
