2021 Ford Mustang vs Dodge Challenger

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When it comes to your choice of luxury sport vehicles, you have quite a lot of options to choose from—but you can’t go wrong with the 2021 Ford Mustang or 2021 Dodge Challenger, let's break down what exactly each vehicle has to offer in performance, design, and safety.  

Let our experienced team at Andy Mohr Ford match you with a car you’ll love. Hit the streets of Plainfield, Indianapolis, and Brownsburg, IN, in style like never before!

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Start Your Engines

In terms of the power behind their engines, the Mustang and Challenger do not disappoint. Comparing the two flashiest engines each has to offer, both have everything a driver needs and then some.

Loyal Mustang fans are thrilled about the available 5.2L Supercharged Cross Plane Crank V8 engine that packs an incredible punch with of 760 horsepower and 625 lb-ft of torque.

Managing even more power is the Supercharged High-Output HEMI® V8 engine offered by the Dodge Challenger, with a staggering 807 horsepower and 707 lb-ft of torque.

What really splits the difference between the two models is fuel economy: The Mustang keeps up in power, but allows for a longer-lasting, more efficient fill-up.

Check out the EPA-estimated combined MPG for each model’s engine options below:

Dodge Challenger 

Engine	Combined MPG
6.4L V8	17
5.7L V8	19
3.6L V6	23

 

                  Ford Mustang

Engine	Combined MPG
5.0L V8	19
2.3L V4	24
2.3L V4	24

With nearly neck-and-neck power, in the category of fuel efficiency, the Ford Mustang chooses to be inspired by a racecar, while the Challenger imitates a racecar.

Mustang vs Challenger: Design

It’s all about the details in the designs of these two cars and both go the extra mile to accommodate for convenience. Though technically smaller in passenger volume, the Mustang makes up for it by staying a step ahead in comfort. Available features include:

• RECARDO® leather-trimmed sports seats—supportive seats, that help driver and passengers absorb road turbulence.  
• Remote Start System—allows you to turn on the ignition from up to 300 feet away. 
• Memory driver’s seat, mirrors, and ambient lighting—remembers seat, mirror, and lighting positions. 
• Convertible design—go topless with just a press of a button.

Both cars can easily seat up to five people. While the Challenger offers a bit more wiggle room for all, it can’t provide the open-air feel of an optional convertible design.

Mustang vs Challenger: Safety & Tech

Your safety is at the forefront of both high-powered vehicles, but for overall we’re confidence, the Ford Mustang is sure to outlast in comparison.

The Dodge Challenger does offer some advanced control features. However, it didn’t do quite as well as the Mustang when tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2021 Mustang received the highest possible rating of “Good” in the categories of Moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, and head restraints and seats.

The Challenger, on the other hand, only received an “Acceptable” rating in the latter two categories.

In addition to this, the Ford Mustang takes extra precautions with the available Ford Co-Pilot360^™ safety.

This suite of features includes:   

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

Lane-Keeping System

BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert

That’s just the beginning for the Mustang in terms of advanced technology. Check out the class-exclusive available 12-inch fully configurable LCD digital cluster, which presents your personalized gauge layout on a large, beautiful display. Use the MyColor® feature, so you can light up your interior depending on your mood.

For long road trips, the Ford Mustang maps out your drive with Waze navigational system and even includes Amazon Alexa integration.

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Experience Your Top Choice Today!

Though it may seem like all sport vehicles are the same, the 2021 Ford Mustang and 2021 Dodge Challenger will best serve two different kinds of drivers. Where the Challenger impresses in power and space, it has considerable misses in design, safety, and technology.

For those who love the look of a classic sport car, with reliable fuel efficiency, versatile design, added safety advantages, and modern technology, the Mustang hits all the marks.

Schedule a test drive with Andy Mohr Ford today and give the Mustang a spin! We service the Plainfield, Indianapolis, and Brownsburg, IN, areas.

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