1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Aurora | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
