2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 471 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2005 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Magnum | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |