Our HEMI category is dedicated to the 5.7, 6.1, 6.2, and 6.4 HEMI engines found in everything from the Challenger Hellcat to Ram 3500 trucks. We have endless articles on the Chrysler HEMI, so we also have the categories broken down into each specific engine. Below you’ll find content including 5.7 & 6.4 HEMI upgrade guides, MDS problems, and tons more.
From 2005–2010, the 6.1 HEMI V8 was the top of the class for Dodge performance. Dodge put it inside the likes of the Charger/Challenger SRT-8 and Chrysler 300C SRT-8, and even the Grand Cherokee and Magnum SRT-8s, too. Depending on the model and year, it produced 420-425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. For its…
In 2007, Stellantis (formerly Chrysler) first released the 6.4 HEMI V8 (also known as the 392 HEMI) to much fanfare and acclaim. Depending on the model, the naturally aspirated engine makes 360–485 horsepower and 430–475 lb-ft of torque. Dodge/Chyrlser has most prominently featured the engine inside the SRT-8 and SRT 392 300c, Challenger, and Charger…
Recently, we looked at the 6.1 HEMI engine that lasted from 2005–2010 inside various SRT8 badged vehicles. Depending on the model, they make between 420–425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. Still, some people consider them to be underpowered from the factory, especially considering their massive 6.1 liters of displacement. Previously, we talked about upgrading…
Inside the SRT8 powered Chrysler 300C; Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Magnum; and Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 6.1 HEMI is a fantastic engine. From the factory, it puts out 420–425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, making for an exhilarating and very fast ride. Still, with 370 cid of displacement, for some the performance is still…
Even though it was only available for barely 6 years of production, the Chrysler/Dodge 6.1 HEMI engine is still very memorable. Introduced for 2005 and discontinued in 2010, the short-lived 6.1 HEMI powered various Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles with the SRT-8 badging. It was a slightly larger and more powerful version of the 5.7…
The Gen III HEMI has been a beloved engine series since its release in 2003. Obviously, the HEMI has an extensive history that extends much further into the past than that. The HEMI is a trademark Chrysler design, and they have been producing them since the end of World War II. In fundamental terms, HEMIs…
For many enthusiasts, the Chrysler/Dodge 6.4 HEMI V8 engine is one of the top engines in the SRT lineup today. Depending on the model, it produces nearly 500 horsepower and lb-ft of torque from the factory, and boasts outstanding towing capacity. Starting in 2007, Chrysler made it available as a crate engine, and in 2012…
Dodge first released the 5.7 HEMI engine in the 2003 model year, and it has been a workhouse for Chrysler and Dodge ever since. Appearing across a diverse range of vehicles from the rugged Rams to the high performance Chargers and Challengers, the 5.7 HEMI has more than made a name for itself over the…
Since Dodge introduced the Ram series of trucks in the 1980s, it has been one of the most popular options for consumers on the market. In 1994, Dodge brought out the first Ram 1500 variant. Since then, the 1500 has made a name for itself as a dependable and award winning truck. While most of…
The 6.4 HEMI engine delivers up to 485hp and 470 lb-ft from the factory. It might be plenty of power for most, but some of us are always looking for more. The good news is that the large 6.4L V8 leaves a lot of potential for more power. Without question, a 392 HEMI cam upgrade…
Some modern performance engines – like the 5.7 and 6.4 HEMI – use cylinder deactivation technology. This helps increase fuel economy and lower emissions. It’s a part of what helps these large V8 engines meet stricter emissions standards of today. Shutting down cylinders sounds simple in theory, but there’s a lot that goes into cylinder…
The 5.7 HEMI is a solid engine from the factory, but it’s certainly a little underpowered for its size. However, the 5.7L V8 is a capable engine with some simple mods. In the past, we wrote an article about the 5 best HEMI bolt-on mods to really bring this engine to life. A 5.7 HEMI…
