New to forum: GTO vs. SRT-8 Charger
Hey everyone, I'm JT from Dallas and I am looking for advice. I am really torn between the GTO and Charger SRT-8. I have driven the GTO several times, both the 05 and the 06 models. I have not not drivent the SRT-8 because the MOPAR Nazis won't allow them off the lots. I do see from other boards that the SRT-8 is full of niggles (missing fuses, overheating etc...). I have driven the stock Dodge Charger RT (5.7l) and the Mustang GT. I have ruled out both of those due to lack of power and handling issues (vague steering in the Charger, not enough ponies in the Stang)
Here is the issue:
I really like the GTO, but it only seats four and I have three kids and a wife. Granted my youngest son is small and would probably fit in the GTO's trunk, but I doubt the local boys in blue would appricate that. The SRT-8 seats 5, but costs 10 grand more (at least) and is quite a bit more thirsty than the GTO. I personally don't think space is an issue as our other car is an Excursion Diesel. My wife on the other hand argues that we need five seats in a pinch as the GTO will be a replacement vehicle/daily driver for me. I guess I am insterested in an honest comparison between the SRT-8 and the GTO. MOPAR guys are SERIOUSLY biased, and it seems as if this board is a bit more level headed. I have read Motortrend's lame comparo between the SRT-8, the GTO and the Shelby, and I also saw that Car and Driver gave the knockout to the GTO when comparing the two. First time I have seen the press actually give the title to the GTO. My only compaint when driving the GTO was the mushy brake pedal, but I attributed this to air in the brake lines. Ok guys, sorry for the long post, fire away.
Hey everyone, I'm JT from Dallas and I am looking for advice. I am really torn between the GTO and Charger SRT-8. I have driven the GTO several times, both the 05 and the 06 models. I have not not drivent the SRT-8 because the MOPAR Nazis won't allow them off the lots. I do see from other boards that the SRT-8 is full of niggles (missing fuses, overheating etc...). I have driven the stock Dodge Charger RT (5.7l) and the Mustang GT. I have ruled out both of those due to lack of power and handling issues (vague steering in the Charger, not enough ponies in the Stang)
Here is the issue:
I really like the GTO, but it only seats four and I have three kids and a wife. Granted my youngest son is small and would probably fit in the GTO's trunk, but I doubt the local boys in blue would appricate that. The SRT-8 seats 5, but costs 10 grand more (at least) and is quite a bit more thirsty than the GTO. I personally don't think space is an issue as our other car is an Excursion Diesel. My wife on the other hand argues that we need five seats in a pinch as the GTO will be a replacement vehicle/daily driver for me. I guess I am insterested in an honest comparison between the SRT-8 and the GTO. MOPAR guys are SERIOUSLY biased, and it seems as if this board is a bit more level headed. I have read Motortrend's lame comparo between the SRT-8, the GTO and the Shelby, and I also saw that Car and Driver gave the knockout to the GTO when comparing the two. First time I have seen the press actually give the title to the GTO. My only compaint when driving the GTO was the mushy brake pedal, but I attributed this to air in the brake lines. Ok guys, sorry for the long post, fire away.