Dodge Challenger vs. Nissan Altima Review

Performance
With that kind of horsepower, the Dodge Challenger is a legitimate sports car.

Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Dodge Challenger is quite certainly sprier than the Nissan, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Dodge's engine is substantially larger than the Nissan Altima's. Keep in mind that bigger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. The Dodge Challenger packs quite a punch compared to the Nissan Altima in terms of torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration.

Utility
Neither the Nissan Altima nor the Dodge Challenger has a marked advantage with respect to seating capacity.

Convenience
You will quite certainly have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Dodge Challenger than with the Nissan Altima.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Nissan Altima's front cabin compared to the Dodge Challenger. The Nissan provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Dodge Challenger does.

Dimensions
The Challenger's tank is almost the same size as the Nissan Altima's, though the Nissan Altima's is a bit bigger. The Nissan Altima and the Challenger compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Nissan Altima to the dealership as the Dodge Challenger. The Dodge Challenger will tax your gasoline budget substantially more than the Altima will. The Dodge Challenger pales in comparison to the Nissan Altima regarding fuel economy. Regarding MSRP, the Dodge Challenger costs significantly more than the Nissan Altima. The Challenger will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Altima. The Nissan Altima will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Dodge Challenger.

Warranty
The Challenger and the Altima have the same basic after-sale protection.