The little 2004 Dodge SRT-4, with 230 horsepower, accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 5.8 seconds.

The 2005 Dodge Magnum RT, with a 340 horsepower HEMI engine, is billed as the most powerful vehicle under $30,000.

ON THE FAST TRACK

These hot cars and a sizzling truck represent the new trend toward speed and muscle in the auto industry, a trend that is putting DaimlerChrysler in the driver's seat, both in competition and on the street.

The 500 horsepower, 2004 Ram SRT-10 has a top speed of over 150 mph and hits 60 mph in just over five seconds.

The 2004 Dodge Viper SRT-10, boasting a 220-mph speedometer and a V-10 engine, packs 500 horsepower.

Chrysler ME-412 concept car, with a V-12 engine, will go from 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds, with a top speed of 248 mph!