2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
