2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 679 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3490 mm |
