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wbt · 04-30-2010, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeus

If he wanted handling, I wouldn't be suggesting a nearly 4000lb sports car.

Believe I was asking the OP, not you....

jrc1122 · 04-30-2010, 11:17 PM

I've liked the SRT8 Jeep since it came out... Very nice.. This one looks to be even more tempting.

I don't think you can go wrong with either vehicle. The SRT8 Jeep will be much more rare. Which I think is a plus,, I like the fact that only car enthusiasts know to gawk over it, as opposed to the new Camaro (which is awesome too) but everyone with a pulse knows its performance abilities.

Zeus · 04-30-2010, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by wbt

Believe I was asking the OP, not you....

Just didn't want him to be under a false impression.

If his first priority was handling.. I can't imagine the Camaro would be anywhere near the top of his list.

wbt · 05-01-2010, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Zeus

Just didn't want him to be under a false impression.

If his first priority was handling.. I can't imagine the Camaro would be anywhere near the top of his list.

I'll leave that open door for the rest of Camaro5 members to throw the grenade into...

a_Username · 05-01-2010, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Zeus

Just didn't want him to be under a false impression.

If his first priority was handling.. I can't imagine the Camaro would be anywhere near the top of his list.

The Camaro's handling limits are respectable, but the only real downside seems to be the "feel", which is subjective to a point. The Camaro has shown it can hang with fantastic handlers like the Subaru STi, Evolution X, etc. in multiple road courses.

Given this car's segment it's the 2nd best handling wise.

BigDan · 05-06-2010, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by wbt

It will come down to aerodynamics in the 1/4 where the Camaro will win.
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Barley .37 vs .39 in drag coffecient.

wbt · 05-06-2010, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BigDan

Barley .37 vs .39 in drag coffecient.

Take a brick, place it in a kid pool with a water hose pointing at the face of it and you are looking at where this is going. Coefficient for automobiles is measured at typical highway speeds.

BTW - .38 is the correct number for the Jeep.

Zeus · 05-06-2010, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by a_Username

The Camaro's handling limits are respectable, but the only real downside seems to be the "feel", which is subjective to a point. The Camaro has shown it can hang with fantastic handlers like the Subaru STi, Evolution X, etc. in multiple road courses.

Given this car's segment it's the 2nd best handling wise.

It is respectable for sure, especially for being nearly 4,000lbs.... but if you wanted a car with great handling, would you be looking at 4000lb muscle cars?

ViperTomcat · 05-06-2010, 06:12 PM

The GC SRT8 is a beast, and if it gets the 6.4L at 500 HP..then it is going to be a really pissed off beast.

Kyle2k · 05-18-2010, 12:12 AM

I know this is about the SRT8 but are there any updates about the little diesel that might be going into the Cherokee?

Muscle Master · 05-18-2010, 12:20 AM

Far as I know no ... if we do get a diesel ... it will be from Fiat, dont see them stuffing a cummins in it lol

bmwdon · 05-18-2010, 07:48 AM

aesthetically, I think they screwed up with the new jeep grill....it reminds me of the buick rendevous or whatever their little suv is...kind ugly to me. I like the original srt8 jeep looks. And even then, the current srt8 jeep gets about 16mpg on the highway....damn that sucks! Seems a bit eccessive for a factory vehicle with the same engine that I'm seeing 25mpg on the highway. But with the weight increase, they are geared a bit lower to help it move off the line better, and it really affects the mpg's badly. Get a used one, have the motor freshened up into a 426/440 cu in. monster

And hate your mpgs!

but a very nice little suv for sure.

Kyle2k · 05-18-2010, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Muscle Master

Far as I know no ... if we do get a diesel ... it will be from Fiat, dont see them stuffing a cummins in it lol

I'm wondering if it is still a "go" more-so than who is making it?

04-30-2010, 11:17 PM	#30
jrc1122 Drives: 2012 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2009 Location: Abilene, TX Posts: 1,358	I've liked the SRT8 Jeep since it came out... Very nice.. This one looks to be even more tempting. I don't think you can go wrong with either vehicle. The SRT8 Jeep will be much more rare. Which I think is a plus,, I like the fact that only car enthusiasts know to gawk over it, as opposed to the new Camaro (which is awesome too) but everyone with a pulse knows its performance abilities. __________________ 2012 Mustang GT Premium Performance White 6-speed Manual

05-18-2010, 12:12 AM	#38
Kyle2k LVL 50 Troll Stomper Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,463	I know this is about the SRT8 but are there any updates about the little diesel that might be going into the Cherokee? __________________

05-18-2010, 07:48 AM	#40
bmwdon I refuse to go smurfy Drives: 2009 Challenger SRT8, 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MD Posts: 1,311	aesthetically, I think they screwed up with the new jeep grill....it reminds me of the buick rendevous or whatever their little suv is...kind ugly to me. I like the original srt8 jeep looks. And even then, the current srt8 jeep gets about 16mpg on the highway....damn that sucks! Seems a bit eccessive for a factory vehicle with the same engine that I'm seeing 25mpg on the highway. But with the weight increase, they are geared a bit lower to help it move off the line better, and it really affects the mpg's badly. Get a used one, have the motor freshened up into a 426/440 cu in. monster And hate your mpgs! but a very nice little suv for sure. __________________ -Bill...the Camaro was my wifes, now she's got a minivan Challenger- 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Procharger D1 Supercharger: 10.895 @ 126.720 MPH

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05-06-2010, 06:12 PM	#37
ViperTomcat Banned Drives: 2011 Avenger Heat Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,697	The GC SRT8 is a beast, and if it gets the 6.4L at 500 HP..then it is going to be a really pissed off beast.