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Dodge Charger vs. Ram 1500

In comparing the Dodge Charger to the Ram 1500, the Dodge Charger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Charger versus the Ram 1500, the Dodge Charger is a better car than the Ram 1500.

Dodge Charger versus Ram 1500 Pricing

A used 2023 Dodge Charger ranges from $30,769 to $113,719 while a used 2023 Ram 1500 is priced between $52,954 to $110,521. For a new model, the Dodge Charger's price is between $33,655 and $65,602, with the Ram 1500 priced between $49,414 and $85,397.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Dodge Charger’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower. The Charger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 575 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Ram 1500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Dodge Charger, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Dodge Charger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Dodge Charger

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$33,655 - $65,602

Used Asking Price:

$30,769 - $113,719

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

36.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$49,414 - $85,397

Used Asking Price:

$52,954 - $110,521

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

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1 / 8
2 / 8
2 / 8
2 / 5
3 / 8
5 / 8

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Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Pickup Truck

Available Cab Types

Not applicable

Available Cab Types

Crew Cab, Extended Cab

Available Bed Length(s)

Not applicable

Available Bed Length(s)

67.4 inches, 76.3 inches

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Biodiesel, Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Trim Levels

GT, Police, R/T, Scat Pack, Scat Pack Widebody, SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody, SRT Hellcat Widebody, SXT

Trim Levels

Big Horn, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman, TRX

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 / 100000 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:

292 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.074 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not applicable

Max Payload:

Not applicable

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

305 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.064 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

7740 lbs

Max Payload :

2300 lbs

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:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4, AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 25 / 22

Range (city/hwy):

460 / 575 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.9 inches

Cargo Space:

16.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

104.7 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

40.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

66 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

65.7 inches

Cargo Space:

Not yet available

Overall Interior Volume:

117.2 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3940 lbs

Width:

82.7 inches

Height:

57.8 inches

Length:

198.4 inches

Wheelbase:

120 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.2 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4765 lbs

Width:

82.1 inches

Height:

77.6 inches

Length:

228.9 inches

Wheelbase:

140.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum

Tire Size:

P215/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

275/65R18