Challenger RT vs Eco Boost Mustang 0-60 on the Street..

Check out the wicked street battle in which I pit the Dodge Challenger RT against the Ford Mustang Ecoboost from 0-60 mph. Can the smaller and lighter Ford win the day or will the torque of the RT's V8 be too much for it to overcome?
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[@hu3.789]

The slow initial tip in for the Ecoboost from a dig is turbo lag. In addition, the stock tune for the Ecoboost is very conservative. The advantage in performance goes to the R/T off the showroom floor. However, the Ecoboost is highly tunable. Change the downpipe, install a larger intercooler, and tune it, the Ecoboost becomes a high 11 second car. The total cost for these mods is only about $3,000. It will give a stock Scat Pack a good race in the quarter mile. Getting the R/T in the high 11s either requires a supercharger or ported heads, cam, exhaust, and 392 intake. The Ecoboost has far superior handling over the R/T. The sticker price for Ecoboost is about the same as a Challenger with the V6 Pentastar engine. The R/T rides better than the Ecoboost and has a far better exhaust note. The Ecoboost sounds like a fart can.

[@justpray365]

Haha. That's a perfect way to describe the sound! Fart can! Thanks, I'm using that. It could have a 1000hp and still have that sound.

[@RacerX9]

Great summary.. I agree 👍

[@BrayZap]

where are u living and where are ur sources coming from? Ecoboost with the active exhaust from 2018+ sounds very clean.

[@hu3.789]

@@BrayZap - There is no comparison when comparing the sound of a 4 cylinder with a V8. The exhaust note of an 8 cylinder is superior to 4 and 6 cylinder engines. I say that as the owner of a V6 Mustang. The only Ecoboost that sounds almost tolerable belongs to a friend of mine who added an MBRP cat back. As crappy as the stock exhaust sounds, the active exhaust is even worse. The quieter you can keep those cars the better. If I ever bought an Ecoboost, I would disconnect the fake sound that is pumped through the speakers. The second thing I would do is add resonators. Sound is a matter of taste. I think the Ecoboost Mustang sounds like sh*t and you can't convince me otherwise.

[@BrayZap]

@@hu3.789 your words say sounds like a fart can. If you think that does then you obviously dont like any 4 cylinder turbo engine ever created from any manufacturer then. Im coming from an Evo X

[@robbiefrentz9427]

The one thing i like you are unbiased. And give good content

[@th3ronin407]

So true

[@GAMERJAG]

ik hes like the project farm of car guys

[@challengerRT392]

My brother bought a 2020 Mustang Ecoboost and I bought the Challenger RT and watched your comparison, our experience matches yours but enjoyed and learned from your presentation, thanks!

[@josephpuzzo1]

Whats ur best 0-60? Mine does 4.6 stock

[@challengerRT392]

@@josephpuzzo1 I did a 6.4, now I own a 2021 Challenger Scat Pack.

[@p71josh]

I wish dodge would bump the HP up on the 5.7’s. Doesn’t seem like it would be that hard to get it to an even 400.

[@carguy0389]

Yes the rt should be 400, scatpack 500, and hellcats can be whatever they want as long as it’s above 700😂

[@jordancameron2482]

The Ram 1500's have 395HP and 410lbs ft torque. Im sure with some tweaking you can get the challenger and charger closer to that range.

[@DavidLopez-oq6ye]

I’ve heard of people dynoing there RT’s & it pulls around 400hp but idk🤷‍♂️

[@jrk1990]

@@DavidLopez-oq6ye I heard the same thing a couple times

[@p71josh]

@@DavidLopez-oq6ye I’ve heard that too, plus rumors of Dodge under rating their engines.

[@grapeeggplant3863]

Your attitude says "unbiased," your face says "team hemi."

[@thatcoyotemf5821]

I had an R/T and now an ecoboost. They feel almost the same. I would says the RT definitely had more low end punch but the ecoboost has the mid range like RacerX said. All in all both fun cars but I miss my RT with the V8. I think they’re damn near neck and neck

[@justpray365]

Sound wise they are very far apart.

[@M4B21S88]

@@justpray365 wellll....obviously.

[@nikonmark37814]

The Ford Mustang Ecoboost needs high octane fuel for best performance!

[@waynsmith9538]

And traction control off

[@doloressalgado3427]

Mustangs are not that great but I do like the Ford raptor neighbor has one twin turbos and a v6 good looking truck and I like dodge any day

[@fordracing5oh]

Facts

[@doloressalgado3427]

Think you are all crazy 5.0 mustang top speed 160 same as a rt challenger v8 mustang has a little more horse power ecobost top speed 125 Ford dearlship page says this not me every thing is expensive believe what you want

[@granthenneke]

160 mph top speed is due to the tires not being rated to go faster

[@Chillax11]

Every time I see a racerx upload my day brightness up!🔥🤘🏿😁

[@RacerX9]

Thanks buddy ... much appreciated

[@eightiespike]

Great review on both cars. Hope to someday own a R/T.

[@NeverB_Gameover]

Keep grinding man you'll get there.

[@SoAuthentic__]

Manifest it. It will happen for you

[@RapidBuilds]

@@SoAuthentic__ that’s what I did and I just recently got one ❤️

[@ericf.4286]

I loved my RT the sound is amazing.

[@user-ob4kn3rp3j]

Picking mine up on Saturday! I wanted a scat pack but the monthly would be a bit too high. Maybe I'll trade it in in a few years. But you'll get there man!

[@hectormedina6705]

You're comparing a 4 cylinder to an 8 that says something there. The ecoboost is a tough little engine. Nothing sounds like a v8 tho. Love it

[@bekkiware264]

Well, we learn to deal with the wheel spin. Love my RT.

[@RacerX9]

For sure Bekki

[@grapeeggplant3863]

No its called get wider wheels and tires. Simple fix

[@grapeeggplant3863]

@@akrs6398 i love leaving busses between my tricharged bicycle and slowstangs

[@marilynm5483]

maybe compare Mustang gt and challenger scat pack

[@grapeeggplant3863]

@@marilynm5483 charger/challenger are virtually as fast in just about every trim

[@DavidLopez-oq6ye]

Looking to buy a Dodge Challenger RT in early 2021 so I appreciate this video! Gave me more confidence in my decision for sure!

[@somejackball]

you won't regret it, had mine a month now, the thing is a torque monster! and i just did a mid-muffler delete (kept the resonators on), sounds perfect, loud when you want it to be (but not too loud) and quiet when you want (via Sport/Normal modes) ☮

[@justpray365]

I almost bought an R/T but they didn't have anything but a 50th Anniversary Scat Pack on the lot. They gave me a hell of a deal and now I'm so glad that they didn't have an R/T. I have a friend with an R/T so we have compared cars. He is trading for a Scat Pack. Best bang for the buck. Perfect power for the street. Drive both before you write the check.

[@kd-jj1rn]

I just got one a month ago, 6 speed manual RT, you wont regret it, great car, fun too drive

[@undercoverss6106]

Get an older used scat instead

[@monicacostanza3095]

I wonder how much of a difference it would make if the ecoboost were a performance pack.

[@728GT]

Or if that one had drag mode

[@steveschilling5966]

IT'S MUCH FASTER

[@monicacostanza3095]

@@steveschilling5966 Which one are you referring too?

[@jrvbamafan1]

@@monicacostanza3095 you're welcome to come ride with me in my 5.0 anyday you want....lol. you'd make the car look that much better

[@mudshotit]

@@jrvbamafan1 down bad

[@Xcieg]

The Ecoboost is no joke, especially with the 10 speed. I still enjoy the sound of my V-8 though.

[@aestheticswim3397]

it makes as much horsepower as the modular 4.6 ford v8s

[@5point0h67]

@@aestheticswim3397 more power actually. It’s insane

[@aestheticswim3397]

@@5point0h67 at 310 hp, but I still miss the cyclone v6

[@5point0h67]

@@aestheticswim3397 I miss my cyclone a bunch. I did a lot to it and I loved how it looked. I still much prefer the s197 over the s550

[@aestheticswim3397]

@@5point0h67 the mustangiest mustang that ever mustanged

[@scatpack5076]

It is great that the manufacturers are offering so many different engine combos. They pretty much have everyone covered. For me, the growl and rumble of a V8 is where it's at. But I'm old school. Having owned a Vega and a Pinto back in the day, (tough times) it's amazing what they have accomplished with a 4 cylinder.

[@jerrytaylor4078]

Vega was my first car. Fill with oil, check gas. I had a ‘78 Cobra w/302. Not much hp but a blast to drive when you’re 21. Now I’m 3 times that age, the Ponycar is a ‘95 GTS w302, no stickers or scoops. I do wonder what that turbo stang will be doing when it has 150k on it. Those turbos may need replacement and that is gonna be $$$.

[@SovereignKnight74]

Excellent video Racer X! I would take the R/T Chally any day! There's no replacement for displacement!

[@RacerX9]

Still really enjoy the RT

[@michaelflorez99]

R/T squad 🤟🏽

[@somejackball]

hell yeaa, Beast Mode!!

[@lostsociety6922]

no

[@thomasdissell9990]

Right on. Shaker love 💘

[@somejackball]

my exact R/T right there! 👍😁 .. wait, that's not mine is it? Cool Vid X! ☮

[@marinevetoneroman7232]

I'm 57. It's NUTS to me that a 2.7 is even in the performance conversation with out Mods.. I am very Happy with my Velocity Blue 2020 Pony.....👍

[@djclassic6414]

i’m a proud owner of a 2020 Vel Blue myself

[@paulhudgins5120]

Always love your reviews on model comparisons, you always give a honest and fair comparison.A more of a Ford Mustang guy, always enjoy these videos, great job Racer X, can't wait for the next one!

[@FatGreenSheep]

In my 2019 6 speed ecoboost, my best 0-60 was a 5.4. It needs a little bit of wheel spin to get a good time. I think it feels a bit sluggish once I’m up into 4th gear and even 3rd feels a bit slow.

[@antoniomesa1362]

What I found out from my 2019 eco boost is, putting it in sports mode is better when you're already driving, but off the line, normal mode has a better punch

[@toddsnake2137]

Great comparison video! Need to bring Mrs X along so you can roll race them next time‼️💯✌😁🤟

[@joshuajuckes713]

I’ve done consistent 5s in my 10 speed eco, that’s kinda weird, I’ve only been able to get 4.9 once.

[@chriscole4717]

I've got a new V6 Camaro, but I always see EcoBoosts beating 5.7 liter dodges

[@H1storybr3akdown]

@@chriscole4717 hahaha keep telling yourself that

[@dkis8730]

@@H1storybr3akdown RTs are slow as shit lmao

[@joelbautista04]

@@dkis8730what do you drive

[@bradrogers4019]

Another fun show. I really think ford dropped the ball on using the 2.3. I feel they really should have used the 3.5 ecoboost. I had on in a Taurus SHO and would do low 5's 0-60 in a big car AWD

[@wiley5oh51]

That would probably take away from the 5.0 performance would be close enough that the cheaper price of the 3.5 would outsell the coyote

[@Syuurp]

If they used the 3.5 no one would buy the coyote lol, I wish they used the 2.7 tho that would’ve been nice

[@deanthomas7197]

Try doing the ecoboost performance pack, it has 20 more hp and a different snappier diff.

[@justinbruce3802]

Absolutely love the videos I used to have a charger now I have an EcoBoost just 2 things to keep in mind The RT is recommended to run on 89 octane or higher gas the the ecoboost on 93 octane for maximum preformance now with my mustang in the premium with the premium drive modes in drag strip mode with 93 octane I'm in the low 5's and high 4's

[@christianhanna9401]

Yeah this was a bad test, I have a 2017 Mustang Ecoboost auto and it used to get consistent 5.6s stock

[@bobbydabutcha]

I prefer torque as well, but on the top end and modded I feel like the ecoboost would still be a ton of fun. (-:

[@RacerX9]

I agree with you Bob

[@fordracing5oh]

I already know who’s gonna win. I raced one of those RT’s. Ecoboost gets away but hemi comes back on him in high rpm’s.

[@wl6279]

frostbite lol just like his eyes. i just rented the mustang and found it to be surprisingly quick around town lol

[@FedeJ2023]

That 2nd gear on Challenger are pretty solid ❤

[@andrewadame4446]

Would be real interesting to see the 6th gen Camaro v6 on these runs

[@joestevens9362]

Mustang Ecoboost will win.

[@davidbauer3639]

@@joestevens9362 no it won’t

[@ernestobercovitch8160]

@@davidbauer3639 EcoBoost WILL take it off the line. And so will the R/T (Assuming Brake-Rev Launching for all cars) Camaro will eventually pass both of them, probably before the quarter mile mark.

[@Basslightning666]

I've beaten the Eco Boost, and higher trim Mustangs with my RT Plus Shaker 6 speed manual on a tire. It's all about driving skills, traction, and launching. But whatever, both cars are fun...

[@GearheadK20C4]

I owned a 2019 Challenger R/T and got to drive an Ecoboost Mustang for a rental car after my Challenger was totaled. It was honestly hard for me to tell the difference. The ecoboost may have been a hair faster on the top end while the R/T had the low end punch. Both nice cars though.

[@carculturenation2166]

Looks like you going up a incline on a highway ramp with the mustang on the 6.0 run so I’m curious what it would do on a level ground with the same launch.

[@ryanniermann7820]

Plus launch control and good tires

[@waydigga1982]

Team R/T represent!!!

[@TkGotTheJuice]

The only thing i absolutely hate is the limited amount of space in the back of the eco boost I'm a pretty tall guy and I never have room whenever I sit in the back of my eco boost. I've also been in the back of the challenger rt and it felt like heaven. Hopefully one day I can save up enough to get a scat pack.

[@Shadow-rw3bj]

Thats a good thing. Throw the people you dont like in the back.

[@MikeShelby67]

The R/T is just a bit too much for the Ecoboost.

[@doriankitts7475]

It’s sad it barely did much better than a 4 cylinder mustang.

[@pjc9802]

@@doriankitts7475 agreed but at the end of day it’s a true muscle with that V8. That sound alone is good enough for me. But i do wish it was tad faster

[@pjc9802]

@Speed Gate no I agree with you, I have a 392 charger and these Econ post are no match

[@M4B21S88]

@Speed Gate the ecoboost didnt have 93 in the tank. Go to my channel to check some runs with my 2016 ecoboost mustang...mid 5s with 93 octane. A 2018+ w/ the 10 speed, should do slightly better...theres a few doing 4.7 sec in colder temps....

[@danoqamyasharahla6544]

On a dig with the right fuel it beats the Charger on a dig, but not on a rolling start or on the top end.

[@michaelreitz6838]

Not exactly a fair comparison in my opinion. You got the base model EcoBoost which is the lowest model Mustang you can buy against a mid level Challenger. If you want to compare the Challenger R/T compare it to a Mustang EcoBoost HPP. The HPP does 0-60 in 4.5 seconds with the 10-speed automatic and 4.9 with the 6 speed manual.

[@bharsen]

I've got a 2022 330 horsepower/350ft lbs tq HPP ecoboost and I'm hitting 4.8 0-60's consistently. Good for 13.40-13.50@102-103mph bone stock. Its all in the package you pick out. If you care about this kind of stuff and still want the inline 4, spend the extra cash and get the HPP package

[@underwood3556]

Ive always been a mopar guy but recently bought an ecoboost and it really surprised me

[@dissomeboolshiethowsyourda3443]

Thanks for reviewing my car!!!! Knew I made a badass decision 😎

[@RacerX9]

Enjoy that beast

[@cyclone4-225]

Haha that's really cool, I have literally owned both cars. Have the rt now, luv it! EB does need 93 it's about a 10% HP difference. Did the Ford tune which takes tq to 400 and +100 hp at 6000rpm. It's a must for that car. Either way I prefer the rt, sound and drive experience feel much better and just seems to put you back in your seat more. Great video, I enjoyed that thank you!

[@M4B21S88]

Did the ecoboost have 93 octane in the tank? It only makes its rated 310 on that octane, otherwise its de-tuned to at 280 hp. I have a few videos on my channel of my 2016 mustang STOCK, running the good stuff. mid 5's

[@carculturenation2166]

Plus it looked like he was going up a incline on a on ramp on the 6.0 run. He will never let that 4cyl beat a dodge v8 on his channel.

[@dailydose8035]

@@carculturenation2166 you visibly mad

[@carculturenation2166]

@@dailydose8035 lol not really. I love v8s but wish we could’ve seen this more accurately played out.

[@M4B21S88]

@@dailydose8035 he is right actually, i hadnt noticed that. Notice the first run with the mustang, the 6.4 sec run.. he was entering the highway? Looks uphill.

[@M4B21S88]

@@carculturenation2166 you’re right.. the first one where he got 6.4 sec

[@MLProductions.1]

Everyone's all caught up on numbers. I'll take the R/T all day. Big body. V8. Muscle. Mustangs are gorgeous but I wouldn't get an ecoboost.

[@mythoughts9801]

Chally with a v8 would like last longer than ecoboost with 4cyl.

[@rajroks97]

Great video. Would love to see the GT vs 392!

[@Bullioncolin]

I’ve got to say, I just picked up a 2021 RT Plus 4 days ago and honestly, I could care less about the 4 cylinder mustang even if it’s gets tuned and is faster than my RT, point is that the Challenger RT is cooler than any base Mustang or Camaro because I get to have the experience of true muscle car fun everyday

[@thomasdriggers759]

I have a manual ecoboost, I have no problems hitting 5.3-5.6 consistently. If you know how to rip the gears, I think that’s the better pairing with the turbo-4. Even with traction control on, it’ll lay a patch of rubber 40 ft long and chirp tires coming in to second AND third gear. The other day, I had to punch it to get onto the expressway, and even with a 50 mph rolling start, it spun tires when I downshifted to third and dumped the clutch. If the old school dudes would give it a chance and learn how to make a turbo work for them, I think they’d LOVE the 6-speed turbo pony. But not a lot of people in MY generation can. I’m just lucky my poppop taught me how to drive in a manual.

[@stonewall3041]

@Thomas Driggers. Your Ecoboost left a 40 ft patch of rubber? 😅😂. Spinning the tires at 50 mph?😄😅😂. I bet after all that your alarm clock woke you up, cause you dreaming.😴.

[@dave3657]

The only downside to the Mustang turbo 4 for me would be longevity of the engine vs. the Hemi v8. Both would be great daily drivers.

[@jordancameron2482]

I actually like the Turbo just for the fuel economy aspect. I did hear that the turbo overheats quickly, especially on hot days, which I would not be happy about if I owned one. I'm also pretty certain that the turbo would wear out much faster than the Hemi. It's also why I wouldn't want a hellcat.

[@justpray365]

@@jordancameron2482 And that is why I'm keeping my Scat Pack. Superchargers and Turbos are expensive. I can burn the tires off in second gear. Unless you are drag racing there isn't a need for more power.

[@joe1273]

Hemis eat camshafts

[@justpray365]

@@joe1273 But is sounds and runs so damn good while it's eating them. FCA redesigned the lifters so hopefully the Hemi isn't hungry anymore.

[@joe1273]

@@justpray365 its not the lifters, its the angle of them. They get no lubrication at low engine rpm. I replace a ton in plow trucks and cop cars.

[@wonderkind08]

I was eye balling a nice 392 Charger on Clay Cooley's website and this video pops up on KZbin feed. Coincidence? Don't care. Do I want that 392? Yep. Will they give me enough in trade on my Ram? Not likely. But I'll keep looking till I find the right deal becauseI got the fever. The Hemi fever again that is. Had two previous SRTs before, a Chrysler and a Challenger and can tell you without a doubt that there are few that will deny that the sound of that 6.4 Hemi is spine tingling. Raspy in just the right way. Screams when appropriate. Mopar or no car.

[@DeathMetalUnderKing]

I'd love to see the R/T compared to the V6 Camaro. In the market and the R/T is looking more promising every day.

[@Jake-cd5kb]

You’ll only be left wanting more power. Go with a scat or a mustang gt with the coyote v8. Both much faster and not very different in price

[@joelbautista04]

@@Jake-cd5kbor get a vette

[@just_a5.7]

I raced an EcoBoost and I was gonna get 1 as my 1st stang in 2016 but I don't wana sound like a lawn mower

[@jaiii7788]

Get a 2015 gt over a ecoboost please

[@nightwolf9723]

As a Mustang fanboy, I have to admit the Ecoboost does not sound good at all. I have heard good sounding four cylinders before. Nissan's SR20 and Mitsubishi's 4G63 come to mind. I was actually surprised by how badly it sounded when I first heard it.

[@nightwolf9723]

@Jason M. What exhaust are you running?

[@nightwolf9723]

@Jason M. I'm 44 and run a Borla S-Type on my 5.0. Louder than stock, not so loud that it's annoying. Ford tunes their stock exhaust on the quiet side because Mustangs have such a wide fan base. I've changed the stock exhaust on all the Mustangs I've had over the years. I've heard Ecoboost Mustangs with stock exhaust, Ford Performance, Flowmaster, Magnaflow, even a Chinese made titanium exhaust. Nothing sounded good. I'd buy a new one if they offered it with the 2.7 V6 Ecoboost. I couldn't careless less where it's made. Remember the Mustang is only assembled in the United States. A lot of the parts in your Mustang come from Chinese suppliers. Don't believe me. Look it up. All that said, sound is subjective. Peace.

[@jaylenmccluney1489]

Man I love your videos!! Got a new subscriber!! And I'm a new buyer the 2020 Dodge Challenger RT.. big Challenger fan I love this car

[@robertnelson3734]

I have had a lot of turbos, supercharged and NA cars. You have to spool up the turbos, brake torquing to about 2,000-2,500 before releasing the brake. Whole different car.

[@thagreen72]

i’m a Ford fan but that 5.7Hemi is a really good plant, had one years ago in a ‘05Durango and it pulled really good off the line and passing or merging power to be a full size SUV. the 5.7 was never a disappointment. loss races in it, Escalade and Infinity full size suv, only because they were AWD.

[@pixofu01]

Great review RacerX. I've actually been curious about this lately. I've been looking at challengers lately and I was surprised at the 0 to 60 on the R/T considering the HP, but the weight has always been just to much. The proof of that is comparing it to the Ecoboost Mustang. I have a 2017 premium Mustang Ecoboost (stock) and I usually get anywhere between 6.0 and 5.4. For the price of the R/T and the HP, it should be way faster than a 4 cylinder turbo. Less than a second apart could come driver skills in a race. I'm not bias in any way, I love all cars. My other car is a convertible Z51 C6 Vette. 28hp more HP and same torque as the Challenger R/T, but the 0 to 60 is 4.0 stock. If they could only shed some weight from the challenger. I love the comparison videos!!!

[@jairogarciajr.7093]

If you play around with the buttons on the steering wheel of the mustang you'll find that there's an option to record your 0-60 time ( u dont need your phone) , it also records your all time best 0-60. I do 5.6 - 5.9 0-60 on my STOCK mustang ecoboost easily, on literally every try. My recorded all time best 0-60 is 5 5. I agree that the v8 sound is unmatchable but the 0-60 comparison is a very very close one between these two.

[@elcomandante5160]

Awesome video RacerX!!! I just wish the Dodges weren't so freaking heavy...😑

[@mikel.laughridge9480]

I applaud your review of the cars. Good job. I myself lean to the R/T. Not that the Mustang is bad it is just the term "4cyl" when guys talk muscle cars.

[@ponyboy2195]

You do realize on of the 1st stangs was a 4banger 88 hp so was that considered muscle

[@bobforpples]

Racerx to 8 year old kid: The challenger went 0-60 in 5.7 seconds, and the mustang went 0-60 in 6 seconds. Which is faster? 8 year old: trick question! Both went equally fast, as both went 60 mph!

[@Sportimus]

Thiat Mustang appears to be the regular Eco Boost, not the HPP (High Performance Package). The HPP would be a more interesting comparison IMHO. I really dig the R/T. I know people seem to prefer the Scat Pack and I dig that too, but the R/T doesn't get the respect it deserves as it is no slow poke.

[@younga-trill1487]

That eco boost has more tuning abilities but nothing compares to the sound of a hemi

[@puzo-we3hp]

This one base Model mustang😭 performance package have Drag mode and Sport mode . More Faster 🐎🐎🐎

[@dailydose8035]

They make faster challengers too Chief

[@puzo-we3hp]

@@dailydose8035 I mean EcoBoost performance package 🐎

[@michelflesner531]

I have a 2019 challenger TA in f-8 green which I bought new. It is faster than my 68 GTO and my 73 455 Pontiac Trans Am by a lot, plus it got 27 mpg going 70 plus on a road trip. Love the challenger, dodge got it right.

[@rembo183]

This Base Ecoboost is much less money than the RT, which looked like it had several options too. What’s the price difference, about $10,000?

[@emichael6293]

Even more interesting than the time is the distance. There is about a 25ft difference at 60mph. That is a safe maneuver on a head-to-head 2-to-1 lane merge.

[@RacerX9]

That is very observant.. surprised you saw that.. nice

[@comradeyuri8492]

The sound of the 5.7 Hemi wins every time. next heads up even up the weight difference by towing a boat/trailer behind the Mustang ? The BIG question is will the Chally ever get a lighter platform ?

[@dkis8730]

Ah the 5.7 hemi, V6 speed, V8 sound and mpg 😂🤣

[@mikepoint4983]

Great vid Racer ex If anybody wants to know about any Mopar , Ford or Chevy products I feel you provide a honest opinion and can learn a lot from these videos . I’ve watched other “ car channels before “ and a host of his own channel didn’t know what the 50 meant on the Challenger . Thanks again . Happy Holidays to everyone and I wish everyone a merry Xmas . Cheers

[@JoseTorres-uw7md]

As always great video racerx

[@doylecook973]

Great post X. Unfortunately I have not driven my Scat Pack for several weeks because a turkey did a Kamikaze to my front grill. I guess he was getting even for Thanksgiving. My Grandson ask me why I haven't driven her. I told him that it's like having a beautiful woman with a black eye. He understood that analogy. Well keep your foot to the pedal and have a Merry Christmas!!! WWG1WGA

[@RacerX9]

Wow a Turkey.. lol .. crazy stuff. Be safe out there my friend. Hopefully you get it back soon

[@doylecook973]

@@RacerX9 Yep! Got the check in the mail yesterday. You wouldn't expect a turkey to do over $2000.00 in damages. But going 70mph on the interstate it happened so quick. I'm just thankful it wasn't a deer. Keep up the great post. WWG1WGA

[@CaptainZap79]

Thanks for the video, RacerX! I was excited to see you have this comparison. For the first time I feel like I have more experience than you! 😉 I bought a new R/T (Auto) in late 2008 and drove it for 9 years. Then I bought a lightly used 2015 Mustang EcoBoost Premium Convertible which I'm still driving today. I can't find fault with anything you said in the video. The R/T was about a half second faster to 60 than the Mustang. I have to TRY to get wheelspin with the Mustang, I had to try NOT to with the R/T. You can do burnouts in the EcoBoost, but you have to prime the Turbos. It'll do it, but you gotta want it! The only thing I don't like about the Mustang is the sound. It's horrible. Made worse when the top is down and you can't help but hear it. But the cornering is amazing! The only complaint I ever had about my R/T was that it didn't like hot weather. That's a problem here in Alabama. It was sluggish on any 90+ degree day, but when the temp dropped below 60 you better hang on! Bottom line is that I miss my Challenger and I'm saving up for a Scat Pack. The Mustang is my first convertible and I wanted to scratch that itch, but now I want my HEMI back! I'm hoping the Scat Pack's extra hundred horsepower will make up for the R/T's hot weather limitations. I want that 60 degree feeling year-round!

[@azariyah12]

I do 5 sec in my stock ecoboost 🤔

[@TheBirdboy84]

he said he put it in sport, not drag. kinda weird.

[@mustang5161]

It’s not fair for the mustang even it’s not the premium anyway good video I enjoyed it first time to watch your videos.

[@728GT]

Ford really nerfs the eco boost if you don’t put 93 octane fuel in it. I was getting 5.4 0-60 stock. I also have drag mode unlike that base eco you were driving. When I drove the 5.7 I felt like it hit a wall at higher speeds. But obviously the 5.7 wins in the sound department.

[@Chillax11]

You should do a tutorial on how to roll race the RT, 392, and SRT. I would love to see the setting, the gear to be in when doing and just the overall details on how to roll race.

[@Savii-Jo]

Rush shift has a video on his channel

[@Chillax11]

@@Savii-Jo oh thanks I will check it out

[@therealjoe6272]

@@Chillax11 you wanna know how to roll race an automatic car? You being serious right now or you just Joshin?

[@davidhubbard7573]

The facial expressions are PRICELESS

[@nolongerhuman13]

My 2017 VW golf R smokes both of them. Small ECU flash. 363 HP. 379 ft pounds of torque. 2.0. Turbo. 0-60 4.1. Manual. No launch. Love the mustang. The focus RS is unlivable for a daily.

[@FranFJB]

I’m a Ford Person But Yes, that was a Very UnBiased test!! WELL DONE!

[@erictaylor1320]

Love the video RacerX. R/T for the win!

[@RacerX9]

Thank you Eric

[@TheArrow1100]

One thing i find funny ,being Canadian the scat pack you call it in litres the 6.4 and here the "metric place" we call it in inches the "392". Love the vids. Cheers

[@nickmuccio9448]

Few things to consider with the Mustang the stock basic tiers on the base eco boost is garage was traction control off ? And was 93 octane in the tank because when you run 93 in a car with a turbo it actually gives you more power we should see a new test with the eco boost performance model vs the Rt Challanger

[@jamestafoya3005]

very true. I filled up with 93, last night, dead stop, to run to 60, no more bog, before launch. this is a 2019, 22k.

[@enlightenedidiot9552]

You can tune the Ecoboost to big power, but I still prefer the Challenger... especially the 392 manual.

[@Savii-Jo]

The R/T is a more than capable power plant especially after a tune and mods. I love mine and I appreciate Racer X for staying unbiased 🙌🏽.

[@RacerX9]

absolutely my friend

[@younga-trill1487]

Idk I’ve seen people turn those ecoboost as fast as gt just with bolt ons and a tune

[@caloFi]

you got it opposite a modded ecoboost will put 3 buses on a rt

[@martinezt.v5343]

@@caloFi stfu you probably don’t own either one of these cars, you probably drive a 97 Honda Civic lol

[@therealericjackdaniels]

I was using a 2006 RAM 1500 Big Horn w/3:73's on 20" rims to pull our 9k lb camper. I wanted to upgrade and the Ford salesman told me he had a 2012 F150. I asked what engine, he said a V6. I laughed. He said what? It will out pull your current truck. I scoffed (I didn't know anything about an Ecoboost yet) and said where is the spec sheet. When he returned with the spec sheet I couldn't believe it. Then he told me it was twin turbo. So I upgraded. And boy, was he right. That truck DID outperform my RAM in every aspect EXCEPT one; The exhaust tone. haha

[@PKDesigns2011]

you nailed it spot on on that torque feel really made me miss my 17 r/t base it was a fun cruiser

[@CreativeDawnzz]

I live in a southern rural area with crappy roads and my best time on my stock 2020 challenger RT is 4.8. I also plan on getting bigger tires and tuning it some time in the future

[@disabledvet420]

i test drove a 2015 or so eco boost. that thing can move. still prefer the challenger rt though.

[@stuartswanberg1090]

Rented an Eco-Boost and RT, for small trips, both fun to drive, but the Ford seats killed our backs.

[@tomboy1875]

It boils down to longevity and what you plan to actually use it for. For the average joe who wants decent mileage but a little pep in its step the eco boost is the way to go. For the car guy that wants a badass sounding engine that’ll last probably twice as long and outperform the eco boost in every way shape and form when it comes to the aftermarket options and power than the V8 is the way to go. For the racing type dudes who don’t have much to spend and want a long lasting vehicle go with the R/T. If the cam bearings and lifters go bad spend the extra cash and go with upgraded lifters and a bigger cam. Solves pretty much the only issue the R/T has, other than being an electronic nightmare when they age lol.

[@F_________________]

I wouldn’t mind the scrape guards on the challenger/chargers if they came in different colors than caution yellow. Like gray or black or even red would be kind of cool.

[@F_________________]

@Emerson Little because color is a preference, and some colors don’t go good with yellow.

[@popterrell1069]

A eco boost with the selectable drive modes are much quicker 0-60 especially in drag mode

[@blckhwks771]

What about vs the EcoBoost high performance package?

[@Carlos.Rivera]

It have the same engine as Racerx test, only different is the inside

[@728GT]

@@Carlos.Rivera the engine is actually different. It has a different turbo and head, bigger radiator and intercooler.

[@just_a5.7]

@@728GT still sounds like shit

[@hyped5530]

@@728GT not too big of a difference. It’s made more for suspension differences where you can choose what mode you want the suspension and transmission in.

[@monacodesign7]

I love your enthuasim, however the Ecoboost you were driving is not the engine from the Focus RS. That is the 2020 HPP Ecoboost. Great video, great work!

[@rembo183]

Looks like only .5 sec apart between a base Ecoboost and a RT 8 cylinder. Of course the sound and feel of the RT is better but the Ecoboost is quite a nice package as you say!

[@christianhanna9401]

I got consistent 5.6s when my car was stock on the Ecoboost, 93 octane + traction control off

[@irondino247]

Just got an EB. Why traction control off?

[@victorrippe5845]

With just a tune the EcoBoost really wakes up and it will be faster then a R/T

[@DTUArandom]

Vice versa.

[@aPhatPhoenix]

Should’ve used a performance pack model, better wheels/tires and drive modes such as sport plus, track, and drag

[@just_a5.7]

The EcoBoost can break down the hemi cant unless its the 6.4 of course.

[@amarbesic_]

I have a 2020 Ecoboost Premium and I smoke Rt Challengers and have a 4.9 second 0-60

[@victorrippe5845]

@@amarbesic_ Cool i believe it.

[@xlfoxeslx]

High octane fuel, drag mode, no advanced traction control, and the performance tires and you’ll pull below 5 seconds every time. The exhaust kits you can get for the ecoboost make it sound better than a v6, and some v8 exhausts.

[@thullraven1]

Just stumbled on this video. In 0-60 the RT wins. In a roll race the EcoBoost will win. I routinely spanked RTs with my 2014 V6 Mustang when I owned it years ago. The added weight of the RT and the linear steady increase in my V6 Mustang (and probably the EcoBoost as well) give the Mustang the edge in a roll race.

[@timmypstyle]

I have a 15 challenger R/T. My buddy rented a 20 GT 10spd convertable. We raced 7 times from about a 30 roll and he was only inching ahead up until I hit 95mph(4th to 5th shift) and then he pulled away at a good rate. The 5.0 definitely has more top end than a 5.7 but ive also asked a few ecoboost mustang drivers and they say it kinda falls off after 100mph. The 5.7 falls off a bit but id think it isn't as much of a fall off as the ecoboost has. But id still love to race against an ecoboost just for the hell of it.

[@survivetheark9339]

you gotta play with the rpm in the ecoboost. drop it into gear and she gets tf up but.. rt ftw