1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Roadmaster | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
