Ford Mustang GT vs. Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Mustang GT and Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Mustang GT and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack.

When comparing the Ford Mustang GT's and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang GT 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 and resale value. The Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang GT's and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang GT is a better car than the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack.

Pricing: A used 2023 Ford Mustang GT ranges from $32,831 to $46,224 while a used 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack is priced between $41,228 to $62,913. For a new model, the Ford Mustang GT's price is between $39,220 and $49,928, with the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack priced between $47,927 and $70,657.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang GT loses 28.7 percent of its value and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack loses 39.5 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang GT retains 10.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Mustang GT’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack base engine makes 485 horsepower. The GT is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 384 miles. The R/T Scat Pack is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles.This gives the Ford Mustang GT the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack the advantage in maximum range. The GT uses regular unleaded, and the R/T Scat Pack uses premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are sports cars, the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 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 Ford Mustang GT has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Mustang GT and the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.