2005 Acura CL vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | CL | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
