For me the Challenger is just way too cool compared to the mustang. I would not even consider the mustang between the two... no, not even for 1/2 a second in acceleration... no, not for an extra $10-15k... no not even for a measily $5 extra... no, not really even if they were the same price. For me the Challenger works, the mustang, although pretty cool, just doesn't have IT. The Challenger HAS IT... and then some...