2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
