RE: How bout that Charger???
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 3/28/2005 4:17:10 PM
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Chrysler must be doing something right. They are making good profit with legendary names like HEMI, 300, Magnum and it will continue with the new Charger! Despite not looking like a 60's and 70's Charger.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 3/28/2005 11:16:26 PM
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To add to the discussion, compare the performance figures in the following link to those of the Charger SRT 8
http://www.musclecarclub.com/musclecars/dodge-charger/dodge-charger-history.shtml
Now consider the handling, braking, ride quality, fit and finsh, rust reistance, electronics, convenince fetures, etc. of the old Chargers to the new one. Maybe two doors is your thing, but the new one is a better car.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/4/2005 5:56:58 PM
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I've been coming across some photos of the new Dodge Charger including the SRT-8. Personally, I really like the new look. Their is history behind this car but it even with the four doors I think it looks real nice and more practical. I’m looking forward to seeing one on the road...
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/5/2005 7:25:27 AM
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Now consider the handling, braking, ride quality, fit and finsh, rust reistance, electronics, convenince fetures, etc. of the old Chargers to the new one. Maybe two doors is your thing, but the new one is a better car.
If that's the criteria you want to use for comparison, a new Hyundai is a better car than the old Charger technologically. Doesn't mean that I want to drive one of them either.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/5/2005 10:00:52 AM
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Now consider the handling, braking, ride quality, fit and finsh, rust reistance, electronics, convenince fetures, etc. of the old Chargers to the new one. Maybe two doors is your thing, but the new one is a better car.
If that's the criteria you want to use for comparison, a new Hyundai is a better car than the old Charger
so true, glad you realize that. even new kias are better then old chargers.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/5/2005 11:48:56 AM
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You're funny.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/5/2005 6:25:15 PM
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wildbill
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I was reading up on this charger, can anyone explain to me what a multiple displacement system does and how it saves gas? Thanx.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/5/2005 10:30:26 PM
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it works by shutting off 4 cylinders. so it saves gas by running off of 4 cylinders. it only comes in effect at cruising speeds on the highway, but it will instantly change back to 8 cylinders when the power is demanded.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/8/2005 9:12:47 AM
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Gotcha. Thats a cool idea. How much gas are we talking about here? Is it like only using 50% of the gas since only running on 50% of cylinders?
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/8/2005 5:09:26 PM
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you are supposed to get 20% better gas mileage
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/8/2005 11:33:41 PM
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Now consider the handling, braking, ride quality, fit and finsh, rust reistance, electronics, convenince fetures, etc. of the old Chargers to the new one. Maybe two doors is your thing, but the new one is a better car.
If that's the criteria you want to use for comparison, a new Hyundai is a better car than the old Charger technologically. Doesn't mean that I want to drive one of them either.
You are taking that statement out of context. The new Charger RT and SRT are also faster than the old chargers. Hyundai and Kias may well be better than the old Chargers except for size and power.
That still makes the new Charger a better car than the old ones. Two doors and style are only personal preferences, not measures of quality.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/11/2005 3:05:28 PM
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And I doubt many folks will be as scared with a Kia or Hyundai cop car driving up behind them rather than a Charger cop car.
You guys have seen the pics in the other thread right? What you think of the Charger possibily being used for police work? (actually is it a done deal that it will be a cop car or are they trying to sell it as an option right now?)
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/11/2005 5:07:35 PM
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The power to make your stomach tighten is not the cop car, it is the cop in the car. Cars don't make the arrest and you still can't outrun a radio.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/12/2005 12:43:30 AM
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How can you say the new chargers are faster, only the srt can run with a hemi, and its almost the same.
"As an all-around performer, the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger SRT8 is capable of awe-inspiring numbers unheard-of in a muscle sedan: 0-60 mph in around 5 seconds, quarter-mile time in the 13-second range "
"Performance: 426 Hemi V8 425: 0-60 in 5.5 sec, 1/4 mile in 13.9 sec @ 105mph."
Now consider this, 30 plus years have passed, and the best that they got is the same numbers from 30 years ago. Also remember the 70 chargers weigh a considerable amount more. So with all the technology, electronics, and weight reductions they still can't beat the original. Yes I'm the sure the new one will handle better, and ride better. But in 30 years a 69 charger will still be a much more desired car than the current version.
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RE: How bout that Charger??? - 4/12/2005 11:51:41 AM
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come on joe..dont be silly...
the old charger didnt come with an option of 18 inch wheels...or a 650 watt system...or heated pedals or mirrors or a seat that massages your ass when you drive or whatever other worthless option that has been packed into this newest family sedan offered by DCX...
because we all know, beaing able to hear your system 2 blocks away, and having gawdy shiney rims and warm feet and a comfy massaged ass are far more important than the potential to go fast...
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