2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 Durango (393 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Magnum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |