Chevy SS or Dodge Scat Pack?

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

I've been thinking about getting a larger muscle sedan. I'm 6'2"/270 plus I have 3 kids(7,9,11) and wanted a fun family car. I was pretty set on getting a new SS, but decided to test drive a Dodge Charger Scat Pack. Dammit.. I actually really like that car! Tell me more about the Chargers! I've researched a lot on the SS. Why should I buy one over the other?

The SS has manual and magnetic ride which are huge pluses

The Scat Pack has a more comfortable seat and it really IMO looks good. I plan on taking some road trips and that front seat comfort is really a huge plus!

I like the way the SS looks like a sleeper, tho also a Malibu. I would holdenize it eventually

Btw, both cars are about 46/47k msrp and both can be had with 20% off msrp right now!

Mook · Nov 1, 2016

I think the Charger is a better looking car (sorry Syp) but I have zero experience with both.

Pretty sure [MENTION=5219]ZXMustang[/MENTION] test drove a few scat packs? And of course [MENTION=22]syP[/MENTION] can chime in on all things SS.

Jeffs FRC · Nov 1, 2016

I haven't driven either, but damn that Charger looks sick! The SS not so much...

Gone_2022 · Nov 1, 2016

Obviously you can see the potential of the SS when looking at Ryan's. I agree with Mook the Charger does look better especially in that white with dark Rim's. For me the SS looks way to much like other cars GM had at the time in 4 doors. AKA its a malibu SS when you glance at it. Even to this day it takes me 2 or 3 looks on the hwy to confirm its an SS.

Drove an SS at a work party and it was a kick in the chest performance wise. I have no experience with the Charger to comment on.

GLADIATOR · Nov 1, 2016

Scat pack
https://youtu.be/drWoSlx9GO0

cacicgtp7 · Nov 1, 2016

I'm a fan of the charger for the interior and the infotainment system.

Exterior I could go either way, but would probably lean charger.

Mook · Nov 1, 2016

[MENTION=12]Bru[/MENTION]

Chester Copperpot · Nov 1, 2016

Definitely a fan of the Charger over the SS. Both great looking cars but I've been hearing and seeing a lot of 392 cars around town lately and they look sharp as hell and sound mean.

Gav'sPurpleZ · Nov 1, 2016

I vote Charger unless you really want the Manual transmission.
Which i can totally understand.

Chet Donnelly · Nov 1, 2016

I'd go Charger. Way better looking car IMO.

Bru · Nov 1, 2016

I've spent plenty of time in both in OEM configuration. Street, dragstrip, road course.

Scat Pack is a powerhouse stock. The 8-speed is unbelievable and makes the car drive much lighter than it is.

SS is the precision handler of the two. Much more controlled in corners and fun to drive in the twisties. Scat Pack's brakes are weak and quickly faded in my testing.

MRC in the SS has more range from comfort to track, which is a nice for soft cruising and stiff while cornering, while the Scat Pack doesn't have an adjustable firmness suspension.

The 2016 SS multi-mode exhaust is also a nice feature for cruising and is adjustable in the driving modes. The Scat Pack's exhaust is annoying on long highway trips, though that's also subjective.

Both are comparably equipped as far as features and I think the SS has an edge in quality, though the Charger is roomier.

Overall, I think the SS is a better well-rounded sports sedan but the Scat Pack is more fun to drive and more of a four-door muscle car. I'm talking stock to stock, though. It wouldn't take much for the SS to run away from the Scat Pack in a straight line if you start throwing parts at it.

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

Thanks for all the quick responses.. I love Ryans SS and both cars will have more power than I need in a family sedan.

Factory, the Scat Pack looks great.. the SS if done right and Holdenized looks fantastic as well.

Big difference is how much better the seats in the Charger feel.. the bottom cushion is longer which makes a huge difference in comfort for any drives longer than 30 min.

Had my mind set on manual, but that 8 speed was not bad. I will have to go test drive both again today or tomorrow and hopefully back to back

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

Bru said:
I've spent plenty of time in both in OEM configuration. Street, dragstrip, road course.

Scat Pack is a powerhouse stock. The 8-speed is unbelievable and makes the car drive much lighter than it is.

SS is the precision handler of the two. Much more controlled in corners and fun to drive in the twisties. Scat Pack's brakes are weak and quickly faded in my testing.

MRC in the SS has more range from comfort to track, which is a nice for soft cruising and stiff while cornering, while the Scat Pack doesn't have an adjustable firmness suspension.

The 2016 SS multi-mode exhaust is also a nice feature for cruising and is adjustable in the driving modes. The Scat Pack's exhaust is annoying on long highway trips, though that's also subjective.

Both are comparably equipped as far as features and I think the SS has an edge in quality, though the Charger is roomier.

Overall, I think the SS is a better well-rounded sports sedan but the Scat Pack is more fun to drive and more of a four-door muscle car. I'm talking stock to stock, though. It wouldn't take much for the SS to run away from the Scat Pack in a straight line if you start throwing parts at it.

I agree with most of your points. I have to keep in mind that most of the driving is within an hour of Chicagoland which means very little twisties besides the fun on/off ramps :-/

I don't plan on tracking the car besides maybe a track day once. If I want a track car, i'd buy something dedicated to that.

This will mostly be a daily during nice weather and road trip car. The comfort is what really draws me to the Charger. Plus it's great looks.

The exhaust.. I like loud exhausts!

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

cacicgtp7 said:
I'm a fan of the charger for the interior and the infotainment system.

Exterior I could go either way, but would probably lean charger.

Yes, the Charger infotainment system does look to be better. I've heard the SS's is not that great and laggy. Plus the optional Beats stereo in the Scat is much better IMHO vs the SS's Bose system

Chester Copperpot · Nov 1, 2016

Cars for Sale: New 2016 Dodge Challenger in Scat Pack, Hoover AL: 35216 Details - Coupe - Autotrader

Sweet fuck. These are cheap. Manual, HIDs, 8.4 with Nav. Cloth seats though but not that big of a deal. (I know it's not a Charger or SS but jesus the pricing is coming down).

Bru · Nov 1, 2016

HiccaBurp said:
I agree with most of your points. I have to keep in mind that most of the driving is within an hour of Chicagoland which means very little twisties besides the fun on/off ramps :-/

I don't plan on tracking the car besides maybe a track day once. If I want a track car, i'd buy something dedicated to that.

This will mostly be a daily during nice weather and road trip car. The comfort is what really draws me to the Charger. Plus it's great looks.

The exhaust.. I like loud exhausts!

Of course. I don't know what you want but that was a brief summary of how they perform. Pick and choose what's important and buy something that's right for you :bigthumb:

EmersonHart13 · Nov 1, 2016

Would Scat Pack. but MRC is hard to pass up

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

Chester Copperpot said:
Cars for Sale: New 2016 Dodge Challenger in Scat Pack, Hoover AL: 35216 Details - Coupe - Autotrader

Sweet fuck. These are cheap. Manual, HIDs, 8.4 with Nav. Cloth seats though but not that big of a deal. (I know it's not a Charger or SS but jesus the pricing is coming down).

The Challenger is a nice vehicle and yes, manual! However, the back seat is not great. I don't think anyone can sit behind me when I'm in my seating position. If 2 door and crappy back seat was an option, hard to pass up a Mustang GT/Camaro SS.

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

Seems like both cars have a huge aftermarket. I know the LS3 is stout and plenty of room to increase the powah! Seems like the 6.4L Hemi is also a stout engine with lots of potential. Again, not going to do anything crazy tho a supercharger might be an option down the line.

Thoughts on modding?

Tight Lines · Nov 1, 2016

One point I will make, if you plan to mod at all and hope to keep your warranty don't pick the Charger. If you're not modding I would go with the Charger.

Rent Free · Nov 1, 2016

cant believe im going to say it......

scat pack charger. interior and 8 speeds is killer on them sorry but SS is dying and dated.

HiccaBurp · Nov 1, 2016

Tight Lines said:
One point I will make, if you plan to mod at all and hope to keep your warranty don't pick the Charger. If you're not modding I would go with the Charger.

Not off the bat besides some bolt ons if that. If I keep the car, definitely down the road I will but then I won't care or have a warranty anyways.

Angus · Nov 1, 2016

Is the SS imported from down under? If so, is that going to make parts a challenge as it is with the GTO?

P40E · Nov 1, 2016

I think over the years the charger has improved a lot . I just feel the car itself is played out . When will they retire that body style who knows , but it's been a good 10 years.

Lead Pipe · Nov 1, 2016

Scat pack. The 8 speed is an awesome trans. The LS3 has a lot of potential but I have always hated the aussie GM cars.

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