Today, we want to shine a light on the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and pit it against some others so that you can form your own opinion on what model is best for you. We here at Route 1 love the Hellcat for it’s sleek design, innovation, and versatility. And for that reason, we want to see how it stacks up against the rest in space.
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For almost a decade, the Hellcat V8 has been in vehicles belonging to a company called Stellantis, which used to be known as Fiat Chrysler Automotive (FCA). The engine which had been originally made as a 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque now comes with many different degrees of outputs that depend on the application.
One of the two starting points happened to be the Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger with their well-known muscle car aesthetic and vibe. Since then the Hellcat V8 has turned up in the Jeep Grand Cherokee and also the Ram 1500 pickup truck which tends to surprise most.
A lot of people have the misconception that the well-spaced Durango SRT Hellcat stands tall against it’s sportier counterparts but in reality it comes with four-wheel drive which is an added benefit when you have to utilize around 700 horsepower. But it still lacks against its competition. Or does it?
How do the Hellcats stand against the competition?
Keep in mind that this isn’t a full comprehensive list. There are many other Hellcat-powered models out there that aren't listed below. What we have included below are the ones that Edmunds have tested. The truth is, according to the numbers that the Durango isn’t the slowest Hellcat when you’re referring to zero to 60.
Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat
Powertrain- 6.2-liter supercharged V8 (710 hp, 645 lb-ft)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- All-wheel drive
- 0-60 mph: 3.9 seconds
- Quarter-mile: 12.1 seconds @ 113.1 mph
- 60-0 mph braking: 111 feet
- Skidpad: 0.91 g
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
Powertrain- 6.2-liter supercharged V8 (707 hp, 645 lb-ft)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- All-wheel drive
- 0-60 mph: 3.7 seconds
- Quarter-mile: 11.8 seconds @ 114.5 mph
- 60-0 mph braking: 109 feet
- Skidpad: 0.91 g
Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
Powertrain- 6.2-liter supercharged V8 (707 hp, 650 lb-ft)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- 0-60 mph: 4.1 seconds
- Quarter-mile: 11.9 seconds @ 123.0 mph
- 60-0 mph braking: 104 feet
- Skidpad: 0.96 g
Guides are great, but they’re nothing in comparison to speaking to a professional. Whether you’re looking for a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram or a plethora of other models, Route 1 has you covered and is waiting to get you behind the wheel. Call us today at Sales 877-320-6709 about our inventory or stop on by and check it out with your own eyes at 2700 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648-4107. We’re always willing to keep you informed and keep you behind the wheel!
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